CVE-2019-0685
UnknownEPSS 1.65%
Last modified
CVE-2019-0685 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. An elevation of privilege vulnerability exists in Windows when the Win32k component fails to properly handle objects in memory, aka 'Win32k Elevation of Privilege Vulnerability'. This CVE ID is unique from CVE-2019-0803, CVE-2019-0859.. EPSS estimates a 1.65% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
An elevation of privilege vulnerability exists in Windows when the Win32k component fails to properly handle objects in memory, aka 'Win32k Elevation of Privilege Vulnerability'. This CVE ID is unique from CVE-2019-0803, CVE-2019-0859.
Metrics
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Microsoft | Windows 10 | 1607 |
| Microsoft | Windows 10 | 1703 |
| Microsoft | Windows 10 | 1709 |
| Microsoft | Windows 10 | 1803 |
| Microsoft | Windows 10 | 1809 |
| Microsoft | Windows Server 2016 | All versions |
| Microsoft | Windows Server 2016 | 1709 |
| Microsoft | Windows Server 2016 | 1803 |
| Microsoft | Windows Server 2019 | All versions |
References
- https://portal.msrc.microsoft.com/en-US/security-guidance/advisory/CVE-2019-0685Patch, Vendor Advisory
- https://portal.msrc.microsoft.com/en-US/security-guidance/advisory/CVE-2019-0685Patch, Vendor Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2019-0685?
An elevation of privilege vulnerability exists in Windows when the Win32k component fails to properly handle objects in memory, aka 'Win32k Elevation of Privilege Vulnerability'. This CVE ID is unique from CVE-2019-0803, CVE-2019-0859.
How severe is CVE-2019-0685?
Severity scoring for CVE-2019-0685 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 1.65% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2019-0685?
Check the vendor references and advisories linked above for patched versions and mitigation guidance. You can also run a Strix scan to test if your systems are affected.
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