Vulnerability identifier: #VU28866
Vulnerability risk: Low
CVSSv3.1: 6.8 [CVSS:3.1/AV:L/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H/E:U/RL:O/RC:C]
CVE-ID:
CWE-ID:
CWE-264
Exploitation vector: Local
Exploit availability: No
Vulnerable software:
Microsoft Forefront Endpoint Protection
Server applications /
DLP, anti-spam, sniffers
Microsoft Security Essentials
Client/Desktop applications /
Antivirus software/Personal firewalls
Windows Defender
Client/Desktop applications /
Antivirus software/Personal firewalls
Vendor: Microsoft
Description
The vulnerability allows a local user to escalate privileges on the system.
The vulnerability exists due to application does not properly impose security restrictions in Windows Defender. A local user can use a specially crafted application and take control of an affected system.
Mitigation
Install updates from vendor's website.
Vulnerable software versions
Microsoft Forefront Endpoint Protection: 2010
Microsoft Security Essentials: All versions
Windows Defender: for Windows 8.1 - on Windows Server 2012
External links
http://portal.msrc.microsoft.com/en-US/security-guidance/advisory/CVE-2020-1163
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.