Vulnerability Description
An elevation of privilege vulnerability exists in Windows Media Service that allows file creation in arbitrary locations. To exploit the vulnerability, an attacker would first have to log on to the system. An attacker could then run a specially crafted application that could exploit the vulnerability and take control of an affected system. The update addresses the vulnerability by correcting how the Windows Media Service handles file creation.
CVSS Score
HIGH
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Microsoft | Windows 10 | - |
| Microsoft | Windows Server 2016 | - |
| Microsoft | Windows Server 2019 | - |
References
- https://msrc.microsoft.com/update-guide/vulnerability/CVE-2020-1068
- https://portal.msrc.microsoft.com/en-US/security-guidance/advisory/CVE-2020-1068PatchVendor Advisory
FAQ
What is CVE-2020-1068?
CVE-2020-1068 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 7.8 (HIGH). An elevation of privilege vulnerability exists in Windows Media Service that allows file creation in arbitrary locations. To exploit the vulnerability, an attacker would first have to log on to the sy...
How severe is CVE-2020-1068?
CVE-2020-1068 has been rated HIGH with a CVSS base score of 7.8/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2020-1068?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Microsoft Windows 10, Microsoft Windows Server 2016, Microsoft Windows Server 2019.