Vulnerability identifier: #VU25953

Vulnerability risk: Low

CVSSv3.1: 5.3 [CVSS:3.1/AV:L/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:N/A:N/E:H/RL:O/RC:C]

CVE-ID: CVE-2020-0863

CWE-ID: CWE-200

Exploitation vector: Local

Exploit availability: No

Vulnerable software:
Windows
Operating systems & Components / Operating system
Windows Server
Operating systems & Components / Operating system

Vendor: Microsoft

Description

The vulnerability allows a local user to gain access to potentially sensitive information.

The vulnerability exists due to the Windows Connected User Experiences and Telemetry Service improperly discloses file information. A local user can use a specially crafted application and gain unauthorized access to sensitive information on the system.

Mitigation
Install updates from vendor's website.

Vulnerable software versions

Windows: 10 1903 - 10 1909

Windows Server: 2019 1903 - 2019 1909

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External links
http://portal.msrc.microsoft.com/en-US/security-guidance/advisory/CVE-2020-0863

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Q & A

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?

Yes. This vulnerability is being exploited in the wild.