CVE-2020-1259
MEDIUMCVSS 4.3/10EPSS 3.13%
Last modified
CVE-2020-1259 is a medium-severity vulnerability rated 4.3/10 on the CVSS scale. A security feature bypass vulnerability exists when Windows Host Guardian Service improperly handles hashes recorded and logged, aka 'Windows Host Guardian Service Security Feature Bypass Vulnerability'.. EPSS estimates a 3.13% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
A security feature bypass vulnerability exists when Windows Host Guardian Service improperly handles hashes recorded and logged, aka 'Windows Host Guardian Service Security Feature Bypass Vulnerability'.
Metrics
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:U/C:L/I:N/A:N
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Microsoft | Windows 10 | All versions |
| Microsoft | Windows 10 | 1607 |
| Microsoft | Windows 10 | 1709 |
| 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-2020-1259Patch, Vendor Advisory
- https://portal.msrc.microsoft.com/en-US/security-guidance/advisory/CVE-2020-1259Patch, Vendor Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2020-1259?
A security feature bypass vulnerability exists when Windows Host Guardian Service improperly handles hashes recorded and logged, aka 'Windows Host Guardian Service Security Feature Bypass Vulnerability'.
How severe is CVE-2020-1259?
CVE-2020-1259 has a CVSS score of 4.3/10 (MEDIUM severity). The EPSS model estimates a 3.13% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2020-1259?
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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