CVE-2020-1313
HIGHCVSS 7.8/10EPSS 39.97%
Last modified
CVE-2020-1313 is a high-severity vulnerability rated 7.8/10 on the CVSS scale. An elevation of privilege vulnerability exists when the Windows Update Orchestrator Service improperly handles file operations, aka 'Windows Update Orchestrator Service Elevation of Privilege Vulnerability'.. EPSS estimates a 39.97% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
An elevation of privilege vulnerability exists when the Windows Update Orchestrator Service improperly handles file operations, aka 'Windows Update Orchestrator Service Elevation of Privilege 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 | 1903 |
| Microsoft | Windows 10 | 1909 |
| Microsoft | Windows 10 | 2004 |
| Microsoft | Windows Server 2016 | 1903 |
| Microsoft | Windows Server 2016 | 1909 |
| Microsoft | Windows Server 2016 | 2004 |
References
- http://packetstormsecurity.com/files/159305/Microsoft-Windows-Update-Orchestrator-Unchecked-ScheduleWork-Call.htmlExploit, Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
- https://portal.msrc.microsoft.com/en-US/security-guidance/advisory/CVE-2020-1313Patch, Vendor Advisory
- http://packetstormsecurity.com/files/159305/Microsoft-Windows-Update-Orchestrator-Unchecked-ScheduleWork-Call.htmlExploit, Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
- https://portal.msrc.microsoft.com/en-US/security-guidance/advisory/CVE-2020-1313Patch, Vendor Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2020-1313?
An elevation of privilege vulnerability exists when the Windows Update Orchestrator Service improperly handles file operations, aka 'Windows Update Orchestrator Service Elevation of Privilege Vulnerability'.
How severe is CVE-2020-1313?
CVE-2020-1313 has a CVSS score of 7.8/10 (HIGH severity). The EPSS model estimates a 39.97% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2020-1313?
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.
Are you affected by CVE-2020-1313?
Run a free Strix scan to check your systems for this vulnerability.
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