Vulnerability Description
<p>An elevation of privilege vulnerability exists in Windows Setup in the way it handles directories.</p> <p>A locally authenticated attacker could run arbitrary code with elevated system privileges. After successfully exploiting the vulnerability, an attacker could then install programs; view, change, or delete data; or create new accounts with full user rights.</p> <p>The security update addresses the vulnerability by ensuring Windows Setup properly handles directories.</p>
CVSS Score
HIGH
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Microsoft | Windows 10 | 1803 |
References
- https://portal.msrc.microsoft.com/en-US/security-guidance/advisory/CVE-2020-1690PatchVendor Advisory
- https://portal.msrc.microsoft.com/en-US/security-guidance/advisory/CVE-2020-1690PatchVendor Advisory
FAQ
What is CVE-2020-16908?
CVE-2020-16908 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 7.8 (HIGH). <p>An elevation of privilege vulnerability exists in Windows Setup in the way it handles directories.</p> <p>A locally authenticated attacker could run arbitrary code with elevated system privileges. ...
How severe is CVE-2020-16908?
CVE-2020-16908 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-2020-16908?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Microsoft Windows 10.