CVE-2020-1201
HIGHCVSS 7.8/10EPSS 0.82%
Last modified
CVE-2020-1201 is a high-severity vulnerability rated 7.8/10 on the CVSS scale. An elevation of privilege vulnerability exists in the way the Windows Now Playing Session Manager handles objects in memory, aka 'Windows Now Playing Session Manager Elevation of Privilege Vulnerability'.. EPSS estimates a 0.82% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
An elevation of privilege vulnerability exists in the way the Windows Now Playing Session Manager handles objects in memory, aka 'Windows Now Playing Session Manager Elevation of Privilege Vulnerability'.
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 | 1709 |
| Microsoft | Windows 10 | 1803 |
| Microsoft | Windows 10 | 1809 |
| Microsoft | Windows 10 | 1903 |
| Microsoft | Windows 10 | 1909 |
| Microsoft | Windows 10 | 2004 |
| Microsoft | Windows Server 2016 | 1803 |
| Microsoft | Windows Server 2016 | 1903 |
| Microsoft | Windows Server 2016 | 1909 |
| Microsoft | Windows Server 2016 | 2004 |
| Microsoft | Windows Server 2019 | All versions |
References
- https://portal.msrc.microsoft.com/en-US/security-guidance/advisory/CVE-2020-1201Patch, Vendor Advisory
- https://portal.msrc.microsoft.com/en-US/security-guidance/advisory/CVE-2020-1201Patch, Vendor Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2020-1201?
An elevation of privilege vulnerability exists in the way the Windows Now Playing Session Manager handles objects in memory, aka 'Windows Now Playing Session Manager Elevation of Privilege Vulnerability'.
How severe is CVE-2020-1201?
CVE-2020-1201 has a CVSS score of 7.8/10 (HIGH severity). The EPSS model estimates a 0.82% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2020-1201?
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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