Spoofing attack in Windows and Windows Server - CVE-2020-16922
Published: October 13, 2020
Vulnerability identifier: #VU47613
CSH Severity: Medium
CVSSv4.0: CVSS:4.0/AV:L/AC:L/AT:N/PR:N/UI:A/VC:L/VI:L/VA:L/SC:N/SI:N/SA:N/E:U/U:Green
CVE-ID: CVE-2020-16922
CWE-ID: CWE-451
Exploitation vector: Local access
Exploit availability:
No public exploit available
Vulnerable software:
Windows
Windows Server
Windows
Windows Server
Software vendor:
Microsoft
Microsoft
Description
The vulnerability allows a local attacker to perform spoofing attack.
The vulnerability exists due to Windows incorrectly validates file signatures. A local attacker can spoof page content, bypass security features and load improperly signed files.
Remediation
Install updates from vendor's website.