CVE-2020-0732
HIGHCVSS 7.8/10EPSS 0.96%
Last modified
CVE-2020-0732 is a high-severity vulnerability rated 7.8/10 on the CVSS scale. An elevation of privilege vulnerability exists when DirectX improperly handles objects in memory, aka 'DirectX Elevation of Privilege Vulnerability'. This CVE ID is unique from CVE-2020-0709.. EPSS estimates a 0.96% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
An elevation of privilege vulnerability exists when DirectX improperly handles objects in memory, aka 'DirectX Elevation of Privilege Vulnerability'. This CVE ID is unique from CVE-2020-0709.
Metrics
CVSS:3.1/AV:L/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Microsoft | Windows 10 | All versions |
| Microsoft | Windows 10 | 1607 |
| Microsoft | Windows Server 2016 | All versions |
References
- https://portal.msrc.microsoft.com/en-US/security-guidance/advisory/CVE-2020-0732Patch, Vendor Advisory
- https://portal.msrc.microsoft.com/en-US/security-guidance/advisory/CVE-2020-0732Patch, Vendor Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2020-0732?
An elevation of privilege vulnerability exists when DirectX improperly handles objects in memory, aka 'DirectX Elevation of Privilege Vulnerability'. This CVE ID is unique from CVE-2020-0709.
How severe is CVE-2020-0732?
CVE-2020-0732 has a CVSS score of 7.8/10 (HIGH severity). The EPSS model estimates a 0.96% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2020-0732?
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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