CVE-2018-8142: Microsoft Windows Server 2016 vulnerability

CVE-2018-8142: A security feature bypass exists when Windows incorrectly validates kernel driver signatures, aka "Windows...

A security feature bypass exists when Windows incorrectly validates kernel driver signatures, aka "Windows Security Feature Bypass Vulnerability." This affects Windows Server 2016, Windows 10, Windows 10 Servers. This CVE ID is unique from CVE-2018-1035.

UnknownCVSS not scoredNot KEV-listedUpdatedAug 5, 2024, 06:46 UTC (UTC+00:00)

Security readout for executives and security teams

CVE-2018-8142 is a Windows security feature bypass where Windows may incorrectly validate kernel driver signatures. This matters because driver signing is a control intended to prevent untrusted kernel-level code. The provided sources do not include CVSS, confirmed exploitation, or detailed patch identifiers. Exposure is most likely on legacy Windows 10 1607, 1703, 1709, Windows Server 2016 Server Core, and Windows 10 Servers 1709 Server Core systems that have not been remediated per Microsoft guidance. Prioritize visibility and patch verification for affected legacy Windows systems, especially servers or endpoints supporting sensitive operations. Business urgency depends on whether these older builds remain deployed. Mitigation focus: Review Microsoft MSRC guidance for CVE-2018-8142 remediation details.; Confirm affected Windows builds have applicable Microsoft security updates installed.; Prioritize replacement or upgrade of unsupported affected Windows versions..

Prepared: Jun 7, 2026, 13:21 UTC (UTC+00:00)

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Vulnerability profileCVE Program record

Severity: Unknown
CVSS: Not scored
Known Exploited: No
Published: May 21, 2018, 13:00 UTC (UTC+00:00)

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https://portal.msrc.microsoft.com/en-US/security-guidance/advisory/CVE-2018-8142CVE reference · x_refsource_CONFIRM

Affected products

Products and packages named in the record

VendorProductVersion / packageStatus

MicrosoftWindows Server 2016(Server Core installation)Listed

MicrosoftWindows 10Version 1607 for 32-bit Systems, Version 1607 for x64-based Systems, Version 1703 for 32-bit Systems, Version 1703 for x64-based Systems, Version 1709 for 32-bit Systems, Version 1709 for x64-based SystemsListed

MicrosoftWindows 10 Serversversion 1709 (Server Core Installation)Listed

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