Remote code execution in Microsoft Windows Address Book
| Risk | High |
| Patch available | YES |
| Number of vulnerabilities | 1 |
| CVE-ID | CVE-2020-1410 |
| CWE-ID | CWE-20 |
| Exploitation vector | Network |
| Public exploit | Public exploit code for vulnerability #1 is available. |
| 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 high risk vulnerability.
1) Input validation error
EUVDB-ID: #VU29819
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-2020-1410
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 Windows Address Book (WAB) improperly processes vcard files. A remote attacker can trick a victim to open a specially crafted vcard and execute arbitrary code on the target system.
MitigationInstall update from vendor's website.
Vulnerable software versionsWindows: 7 - 10 2004
Windows Server: 2008 - 2019 2004
CPE2.3
- cpe:2.3:o:microsoft:windows:10:2004:*:*:*:*:*:*
- Full software list in CPE2.3 format available after registration.
http://portal.msrc.microsoft.com/en-US/security-guidance/advisory/CVE-2020-1410
Q & A
Can this vulnerability be exploited remotely?
Yes. This vulnerability can be exploited by a remote non-authenticated attacker via the Internet.
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.
