CVE-2018-8639 - Microsoft Windows Win32k Improper Resource Shutdown or Release Vulnerability
Microsoft | Windows
- Date Added:
- 2025-03-03
- Due Date:
- 2025-03-24
- Vulnerability Name
Microsoft Windows Win32k Improper Resource Shutdown or Release Vulnerability
- Description
Microsoft Windows Win32k contains an improper resource shutdown or release vulnerability that allows for local, authenticated privilege escalation. An attacker who successfully exploited this vulnerability could run arbitrary code in kernel mode.
- Known To Be Used in Ransomware Campaigns?
Unknown
- Action
Apply mitigations per vendor instructions, follow applicable BOD 22-01 guidance for cloud services, or discontinue use of the product if mitigations are unavailable.
- Additional Notes
- https://msrc.microsoft.com/update-guide/en-US/advisory/CVE-2018-8639 ; https://nvd.nist.gov/vuln/detail/CVE-2018-8639
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