CVE-2020-17010
HIGHCVSS 7.8/10EPSS 1.52%
Last modified
CVE-2020-17010 is a high-severity vulnerability rated 7.8/10 on the CVSS scale. Win32k Elevation of Privilege Vulnerability. EPSS estimates a 1.52% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
Win32k Elevation of Privilege Vulnerability
Metrics
CVSS:3.1/AV:L/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Microsoft | Windows 10 | 20h2 |
| Microsoft | Windows 10 | 1903 |
| Microsoft | Windows 10 | 1909 |
| Microsoft | Windows 10 | 2004 |
| Microsoft | Windows Server 2016 | 20h2 |
| Microsoft | Windows Server 2016 | 1903 |
| Microsoft | Windows Server 2016 | 1909 |
| Microsoft | Windows Server 2016 | 2004 |
References
- https://portal.msrc.microsoft.com/en-US/security-guidance/advisory/CVE-2020-17010Patch, Vendor Advisory
- https://portal.msrc.microsoft.com/en-US/security-guidance/advisory/CVE-2020-17010Patch, Vendor Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2020-17010?
Win32k Elevation of Privilege Vulnerability
How severe is CVE-2020-17010?
CVE-2020-17010 has a CVSS score of 7.8/10 (HIGH severity). The EPSS model estimates a 1.52% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2020-17010?
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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