CVE-2018-8453—Microsoft Win32k Privilege Escalation Vulnerability

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2022-01-21 · last modified June 21, 2025

Metadata

CVE ID:
CVE-2018-8453
Project:
Microsoft
Product:
Win32k
Date Added:
2022-01-21
Due Date:
2022-07-21
Last Updated:
June 21, 2025

Vulnerability Name

Microsoft Win32k Privilege Escalation Vulnerability

Description

Microsoft Windows Win32k contains a vulnerability that allows an attacker to escalate privileges.

Known To Be Used in Ransomware Campaigns?

Ransomware Status:
KNOWN

Action

Apply updates per vendor instructions.

Additional Notes

  • https://nvd.nist.gov/vuln/detail/CVE-2018-8453

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