Privilege escalation in Microsoft .NET Framework



Published: 2020-05-12
Risk Low
Patch available YES
Number of vulnerabilities 1
CVE-ID CVE-2020-1066
CWE-ID CWE-264
Exploitation vector Local
Public exploit Public exploit code for vulnerability #1 is available.
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Microsoft .NET Framework
Server applications / Frameworks for developing and running applications

Vendor Microsoft

Security Bulletin

This security bulletin contains one low risk vulnerability.

1) Permissions, Privileges, and Access Controls

EUVDB-ID: #VU27822

Risk: Low

CVSSv3.1: 7.6 [CVSS:3.1/AV:L/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H/E:P/RL:O/RC:C]

CVE-ID: CVE-2020-1066

CWE-ID: CWE-264 - Permissions, Privileges, and Access Controls

Exploit availability: Yes

Description

The vulnerability allows a local attacker to escalate privileges on the system.

The vulnerability exists due to the .NET Framework does not properly impose security restrictions. A local attacker can run a malicious program and gain elevated privileges on the target system. 

Mitigation

Install updates from vendor's website.

Vulnerable software versions

Microsoft .NET Framework: 3.0 - 3.5.1

External links

http://portal.msrc.microsoft.com/en-US/security-guidance/advisory/CVE-2020-1066


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. However, proof of concept for this vulnerability is available.



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