Vulnerability Description
An information disclosure vulnerability exists when the Windows WaasMedic Service improperly handles memory. To exploit this vulnerability, an attacker would first have to gain execution on the victim system. An attacker could then run a specially crafted application to improperly disclose memory. The security update addresses the vulnerability by correcting how the Windows WaasMedic Service handles memory.
CVSS Score
HIGH
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Microsoft | Windows 10 | 1803 |
| Microsoft | Windows Server 2016 | 1903 |
| Microsoft | Windows Server 2019 | - |
References
- https://portal.msrc.microsoft.com/en-US/security-guidance/advisory/CVE-2020-1548PatchVendor Advisory
- https://portal.msrc.microsoft.com/en-US/security-guidance/advisory/CVE-2020-1548PatchVendor Advisory
FAQ
What is CVE-2020-1548?
CVE-2020-1548 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 7.8 (HIGH). An information disclosure vulnerability exists when the Windows WaasMedic Service improperly handles memory. To exploit this vulnerability, an attacker would first have to gain execution on the victim...
How severe is CVE-2020-1548?
CVE-2020-1548 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-2020-1548?
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.