#VU45517 Cryptographic issues in Windows and Windows Server - CVE-2020-1464
Published: August 11, 2020
Vulnerability identifier: #VU45517
Vulnerability risk: High
CVSSv4.0: CVSS:4.0/AV:N/AC:L/AT:P/PR:N/UI:A/VC:H/VI:H/VA:H/SC:N/SI:N/SA:N/E:A/U:Amber
CVE-ID: CVE-2020-1464
CWE-ID: CWE-310
Exploitation vector: Remote access
Exploit availability:
The vulnerability is being exploited in the wild
Vulnerable software:
Windows
Windows Server
Windows
Windows Server
Software vendor:
Microsoft
Microsoft
Description
The vulnerability allows a remote attacker to bypass implemented security restrictions.
The vulnerability exists due to Windows incorrectly validates file signatures. A remote attacker can create a specially crafted file to bypass implemented security restrictions and successfully load a malicious file.
Note: this vulnerability is being actively exploited in the wild.
Remediation
Install updates from vendor's website.