SB2020060926 - Remote code execution in Microsoft Windows Shell



SB2020060926 - Remote code execution in Microsoft Windows Shell

Published: June 9, 2020

Security Bulletin ID SB2020060926
Severity
High
Patch available
YES
Number of vulnerabilities 1
Exploitation vector Remote access
Highest impact Code execution

Breakdown by Severity

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Description

This security bulletin contains information about 1 security vulnerability.


1) Input validation error (CVE-ID: CVE-2020-1286)

The vulnerability allows a remote attacker to execute arbitrary code on the system.

The vulnerability exists due to the Windows Shell does not properly validate file paths. A remote attacker can trick a victim to open a specially crafted file and execute arbitrary code on the target system.


Remediation

Install update from vendor's website.