Remote code execution in Microsoft Project
| Risk | High |
| Patch available | YES |
| Number of vulnerabilities | 1 |
| CVE-ID | CVE-2020-1449 |
| CWE-ID | CWE-20 |
| Exploitation vector | Network |
| Public exploit | Public exploit code for vulnerability #1 is available. |
| Vulnerable software Subscribe |
Microsoft Office Client/Desktop applications / Office applications Microsoft Project Client/Desktop applications / Office applications Microsoft Project Server Web applications / Other software |
| Vendor | Microsoft |
Security Bulletin
This security bulletin contains one high risk vulnerability.
1) Input validation error
EUVDB-ID: #VU29784
Risk: High
CVSSv3.1: 7.9 [CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:R/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H/E:P/RL:O/RC:C]
CVE-ID: CVE-2020-1449
CWE-ID:
CWE-20 - Improper input validation
Exploit availability: No
DescriptionThe vulnerability allows a remote attacker to execute arbitrary code on the target system.
The vulnerability exists due to insufficient validation of user-supplied input when the software fails to check the source markup of a file in Microsoft Project software. A remote attacker can trick a victim to open a specially crafted file and execute arbitrary code on the target system.
MitigationInstall update from vendor's website.
Vulnerable software versionsMicrosoft Office: 2019
Microsoft Project: 2016
Microsoft Project Server: 2010 Service Pack 2
External linkshttp://portal.msrc.microsoft.com/en-US/security-guidance/advisory/CVE-2020-1449
Q & A
Can this vulnerability be exploited remotely?
Yes. This vulnerability can be exploited by a remote non-authenticated attacker via the Internet.
How the attacker can exploit this vulnerability?
The attacker would have to trick the victim to visit a specially crafted website or open a file.
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.
