Remote code execution in Microsoft Windows
| Risk | Medium |
| Patch available | YES |
| Number of vulnerabilities | 1 |
| CVE-ID | CVE-2020-1067 |
| CWE-ID | CWE-119 |
| Exploitation vector | Local network |
| 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 medium risk vulnerability.
1) Buffer overflow
EUVDB-ID: #VU27848
Risk: Medium
CVSSv3.1: 7 [CVSS:3.1/AV:A/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H/E:U/RL:O/RC:C]
CVE-ID: CVE-2020-1067
CWE-ID:
CWE-119 - Memory corruption
Exploit availability: No
DescriptionThe vulnerability allows a remote attacker to execute arbitrary code on the target system.
The vulnerability exists due to a boundary error within Windows. A remote attacker who has a domain user account could create a specially crafted request, causing Windows to execute arbitrary code with elevated permissions.
Successful exploitation of this vulnerability may result in complete compromise of vulnerable system.
MitigationInstall update from vendor's website.
Vulnerable software versionsWindows: 7 - 10 1909
Windows Server: 2008 - 2019 1909
External linkshttp://portal.msrc.microsoft.com/en-US/security-guidance/advisory/CVE-2020-1067
Q & A
Can this vulnerability be exploited remotely?
Yes. This vulnerability can be exploited by a remote authenticated user via the local network (LAN).
Is there known malware, which exploits this vulnerability?
No. We are not aware of malware exploiting this vulnerability.
