Privilege escalation in Microsoft Windows AppX Deployment Extensions
| Risk | Low |
| Patch available | YES |
| Number of vulnerabilities | 1 |
| CVE-ID | CVE-2019-1385 |
| CWE-ID | CWE-264 |
| Exploitation vector | Local |
| Public exploit | Vulnerability #1 is being exploited in the wild. |
| Vulnerable software Subscribe |
Windows Operating systems & Components / Operating system Windows Server Operating systems & Components / Operating system |
| Vendor | Microsoft |
Security Bulletin
This security bulletin contains one low risk vulnerability.
1) Permissions, Privileges, and Access Controls
EUVDB-ID: #VU22706
Risk: Low
CVSSv3.1: 7.5 [CVSS:3.1/AV:L/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H/E:H/RL:O/RC:C]
CVE-ID: CVE-2019-1385
CWE-ID:
CWE-264 - Permissions, Privileges, and Access Controls
Exploit availability: Yes
DescriptionThe vulnerability allows a local user to escalate privileges on the system.
The vulnerability exists due to the Windows AppX Deployment Extensions improperly performs privilege management. A local user can use a specially crafted application and gain access to system files.
MitigationInstall updates from vendor's website.
Vulnerable software versionsWindows: 10 1709 - 10 1903
Windows Server: 2019 - 2019 1903
External linkshttp://portal.msrc.microsoft.com/en-US/security-guidance/advisory/CVE-2019-1385
Q & A
Can this vulnerability be exploited remotely?
No. This vulnerability can be exploited locally. The attacker should have authentication credentials and successfully authenticate on the system.
Is there known malware, which exploits this vulnerability?
Yes. This vulnerability is being exploited in the wild.
