ID:5769 - Exploit for Link following in Windows and Windows Server - CVE-2020-0683

 
Main Vulnerability Database Exploits ID:5769 - Exploit for Link following in Windows and Windows Server - CVE-2020-0683

ID:5769 - Exploit for Link following in Windows and Windows Server - CVE-2020-0683

Published: June 17, 2021


Vulnerability identifier: #VU25235
Vulnerability risk: Low
CVE-ID: CVE-2020-0683
CWE-ID: CWE-59
Exploitation vector: Local access
Vulnerable software:
Windows
Windows Server

Link to public exploit:


Vulnerability description

The vulnerability allows a local user to elevate privileges on the system.

The vulnerability exists within the Windows Installer when MSI packages process symbolic links. A local user can bypass access restrictions to add or remove files and escalate privileges on the system.


Remediation

Install updates from vendor's website.