Security restrictions bypass in Windows 10
| Risk | Low |
| Patch available | YES |
| Number of vulnerabilities | 1 |
| CVE-ID | CVE-2020-0621 |
| CWE-ID | CWE-254 |
| Exploitation vector | Local |
| Public exploit | N/A |
| 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) Security Features
EUVDB-ID: #VU24304
Risk: Low
CVSSv3.1: 3.9 [CVSS:3.1/AV:L/AC:L/PR:H/UI:N/S:U/C:N/I:H/A:N/E:U/RL:O/RC:C]
CVE-ID: CVE-2020-0621
CWE-ID:
CWE-254 - Security Features
Exploit availability: No
DescriptionThis vulnerability allows a local user to bypass security rescritions feature.
The vulnerability exists in Windows 10 when third party filters are called during a password update. A local administrator can make use of a blocked password for their account.
MitigationInstall updates from vendor's website.
Vulnerable software versionsWindows: 10 - 10 1809 10.0.17763.1
Windows Server: 2019 10.0.17763.1 - 2019 1803
External linkshttp://portal.msrc.microsoft.com/en-US/security-guidance/advisory/CVE-2020-0621
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?
No. We are not aware of malware exploiting this vulnerability.
