CVE-2019-1488
LOWCVSS 3.3/10EPSS 0.80%
Last modified
CVE-2019-1488 is a low-severity vulnerability rated 3.3/10 on the CVSS scale. A security feature bypass vulnerability exists when Microsoft Defender improperly handles specific buffers, aka 'Microsoft Defender Security Feature Bypass Vulnerability'.. EPSS estimates a 0.80% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
A security feature bypass vulnerability exists when Microsoft Defender improperly handles specific buffers, aka 'Microsoft Defender Security Feature Bypass Vulnerability'.
Metrics
CVSS:3.1/AV:L/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:U/C:N/I:L/A:N
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions | Update |
|---|---|---|---|
| Microsoft | Windows 10 | All versions | — |
| Microsoft | Windows 10 | 1607 | — |
| Microsoft | Windows 10 | 1709 | — |
| Microsoft | Windows 10 | 1803 | — |
| Microsoft | Windows 10 | 1809 | — |
| Microsoft | Windows 10 | 1903 | — |
| Microsoft | Windows 10 | 1909 | — |
| Microsoft | Windows 7 | All versions | Sp1 |
| Microsoft | Windows 8.1 | All versions | — |
| Microsoft | Windows Rt 8.1 | All versions | — |
| Microsoft | Windows Server 2008 | All versions | Sp2 |
| Microsoft | Windows Server 2008 | r2 | Sp1 |
| Microsoft | Windows Server 2012 | All versions | — |
| Microsoft | Windows Server 2012 | r2 | — |
| Microsoft | Windows Server 2016 | All versions | — |
| Microsoft | Windows Server 2016 | 1803 | — |
| Microsoft | Windows Server 2016 | 1903 | — |
| Microsoft | Windows Server 2016 | 1909 | — |
| Microsoft | Windows Server 2019 | All versions | — |
References
- https://portal.msrc.microsoft.com/en-US/security-guidance/advisory/CVE-2019-1488Patch, Vendor Advisory
- https://portal.msrc.microsoft.com/en-US/security-guidance/advisory/CVE-2019-1488Patch, Vendor Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2019-1488?
A security feature bypass vulnerability exists when Microsoft Defender improperly handles specific buffers, aka 'Microsoft Defender Security Feature Bypass Vulnerability'.
How severe is CVE-2019-1488?
CVE-2019-1488 has a CVSS score of 3.3/10 (LOW severity). The EPSS model estimates a 0.80% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2019-1488?
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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