Remote code execution in Microsoft HEIF Image Extensions
| Risk | High |
| Patch available | YES |
| Number of vulnerabilities | 1 |
| CVE-ID | CVE-2020-17101 |
| CWE-ID | CWE-94 |
| Exploitation vector | Network |
| Public exploit | N/A |
| Vulnerable software |
HEIF Image Extension Client/Desktop applications / Multimedia software |
| Vendor | Microsoft |
Security Bulletin
This security bulletin contains one high risk vulnerability.
1) Code Injection
EUVDB-ID: #VU48350
Risk: High
CVSSv3.1: 7.7 [CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:R/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H/E:U/RL:O/RC:C]
CVE-ID: CVE-2020-17101
CWE-ID:
CWE-94 - Improper Control of Generation of Code ('Code Injection')
Exploit availability: No
DescriptionThe vulnerability allows a remote attacker to execute arbitrary code on the target system.
The vulnerability exists due to improper input validation in HEIF Image Extensions. A remote attacker can execute arbitrary code on the target system.
Successful exploitation of this vulnerability may result in complete compromise of vulnerable system.
MitigationInstall updates from vendor's website.
Vulnerable software versionsHEIF Image Extension: All versions
CPE2.3 External linkshttp://portal.msrc.microsoft.com/en-US/security-guidance/advisory/CVE-2020-17101
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.
