CVE-2020-0770 : What You Need to Know

An elevation of privilege vulnerability exists when the Windows ActiveX Installer Service improperly handles memory. This CVE ID is unique from CVE-2020-0773, CVE-2020-0860.

Understanding CVE-2020-0770

What is CVE-2020-0770?

This CVE refers to an elevation of privilege vulnerability in the Windows ActiveX Installer Service.

The Impact of CVE-2020-0770

The vulnerability allows attackers to escalate privileges on a victim system by exploiting memory mishandling in the ActiveX Installer Service.

Technical Details of CVE-2020-0770

Vulnerability Description

The Windows ActiveX Installer Service vulnerability enables attackers to execute arbitrary code on a compromised system.

Affected Systems and Versions

Windows: Versions 7, 8.1, 10, Server 2008, 2008 R2, 2012, 2016, and 2019
Windows Server: Versions Core Installation, Itanium-Based Systems, and x64-based Systems

Exploitation Mechanism

To exploit this vulnerability, attackers need initial access to the victim system to trigger the elevation of privilege.

Mitigation and Prevention

Immediate Steps to Take

Apply the latest security updates from Microsoft.
Monitor for any abnormal system behavior or unusual network traffic.
Restrict user permissions to minimize the impact of potential attacks.

Long-Term Security Practices

Conduct regular security audits to identify and patch vulnerabilities proactively.
Implement network segmentation and strong access controls to limit the attack surface.

Patching and Updates

Regularly check for and install security updates and patches provided by Microsoft.