# CVE-2018-8158: A remote code execution vulnerability exists in Microsoft Office software when the software fails to properly handle objects in memory, aka

- Severity: no CVSS score reported
- Known exploited (CISA KEV): no
- Published: 2018-05-09 · Updated: 2024-08-05

## Affected

- n/a: version range not reported

## Description

A remote code execution vulnerability exists in Microsoft Office software when the software fails to properly handle objects in memory, aka "Microsoft Office Remote Code Execution Vulnerability." This affects Microsoft Office. This CVE ID is unique from CVE-2018-8157, CVE-2018-8161.

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## References

- http://www.securitytracker.com/id/1040853
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/104049
- https://portal.msrc.microsoft.com/en-US/security-guidance/advisory/CVE-2018-8158

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