Vulnerability identifier: #VU29904

Vulnerability risk: Low

CVSSv3.1: 6.4 [CVSS:3.1/AV:L/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:U/C:N/I:H/A:H/E:P/RL:O/RC:C]

CVE-ID: CVE-2020-1465

CWE-ID: CWE-264

Exploitation vector: Local

Exploit availability: No

Vulnerable software:
OneDrive for Windows
Client/Desktop applications / Software for archiving

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 Microsoft OneDrive . A local user can run a specially crafted application and gain elevated privileges on the target system, leading to file deletion in arbitrary locations

Mitigation
Install updates from vendor's website.

Vulnerable software versions

OneDrive for Windows: All versions

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External links
http://portal.msrc.microsoft.com/en-US/security-guidance/advisory/CVE-2020-1465

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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?

No. We are not aware of malware exploiting this vulnerability. However, proof of concept for this vulnerability is available.