CVE-2020-1217
HIGHCVSS 7.8/10EPSS 4.36%
Last modified
CVE-2020-1217 is a high-severity vulnerability rated 7.8/10 on the CVSS scale. An information disclosure vulnerability exists when the Windows Runtime improperly handles objects in memory, aka 'Windows Runtime Information Disclosure Vulnerability'.. EPSS estimates a 4.36% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
An information disclosure vulnerability exists when the Windows Runtime improperly handles objects in memory, aka 'Windows Runtime Information Disclosure Vulnerability'.
Metrics
CVSS:3.1/AV:L/AC:L/PR:N/UI:R/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 | All versions |
| 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-2020-1217Patch, Vendor Advisory
- https://portal.msrc.microsoft.com/en-US/security-guidance/advisory/CVE-2020-1217Patch, Vendor Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2020-1217?
An information disclosure vulnerability exists when the Windows Runtime improperly handles objects in memory, aka 'Windows Runtime Information Disclosure Vulnerability'.
How severe is CVE-2020-1217?
CVE-2020-1217 has a CVSS score of 7.8/10 (HIGH severity). The EPSS model estimates a 4.36% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2020-1217?
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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