SB2020021166 - Privilege escalation in Windows Malicious Software Removal Tool
Published: February 11, 2020
Security Bulletin ID
SB2020021166
Severity
Low
Patch available
YES
Number of vulnerabilities
1
Exploitation vector
Local access
Highest impact
Code execution
Breakdown by Severity
- Low
- Medium
- High
- Critical
Description
This security bulletin contains information about 1 security vulnerability.
1) Input validation error (CVE-ID: CVE-2020-0733)
The vulnerability allows a local user to escalate privileges on the system.
The vulnerability exists due to incorrect handling of junctions in Windows Malicious Software Removal Tool (MSRT). A local user can run a specially crafted application to elevate privileges on the system.
Remediation
Install update from vendor's website.