Vulnerability identifier: #VU25247
Vulnerability risk: Low
CVSSv3.1: 7.1 [CVSS:3.1/AV:L/AC:L/PR:H/UI:N/S:C/C:H/I:H/A:H/E:U/RL:O/RC:C]
CVE-ID:
CWE-ID:
CWE-254
Exploitation vector: Local
Exploit availability: No
Vulnerable software:
Windows
Operating systems & Components /
Operating system
Windows Server
Operating systems & Components /
Operating system
Vendor: Microsoft
Description
This vulnerability allows a local attacker to bypass security rescritions feature.
The vulnerability exists due to an error in secure boot. A local user can run a specially crafted application, bypass secure boot and load untrusted software.
Mitigation
Install updates from vendor's website.
Vulnerable software versions
Windows: 10 - 10 1909, 8.1 - 8.1 RT
Windows Server: 2012 - 2019 1909
External links
http://portal.msrc.microsoft.com/en-US/security-guidance/advisory/CVE-2020-0689
Can this vulnerability be exploited remotely?
No. This vulnerability can be exploited locally. The attacker should have authentication credentials and successfully authenticate on the system.
Is there known malware, which exploits this vulnerability?
No. We are not aware of malware exploiting this vulnerability.