CVE-2020-0793 : Security Advisory and Response

An elevation of privilege vulnerability exists when the Diagnostics Hub Standard Collector Service improperly handles file operations, aka 'Diagnostics Hub Standard Collector Elevation of Privilege Vulnerability'.

Understanding CVE-2020-0793

This CVE record identifies an elevation of privilege vulnerability in the Diagnostics Hub Standard Collector Service.

What is CVE-2020-0793?

CVE-2020-0793 is an elevation of privilege vulnerability that occurs due to improper handling of file operations in the Diagnostics Hub Standard Collector Service.

The Impact of CVE-2020-0793

The vulnerability could allow an attacker to elevate their privileges on the system, potentially leading to unauthorized access or control over the affected system.

Technical Details of CVE-2020-0793

This section delves into the technical aspects of the vulnerability.

Vulnerability Description

Vulnerability Type: Elevation of Privilege
Vulnerability Name: Diagnostics Hub Standard Collector Elevation of Privilege Vulnerability
Service Affected: Diagnostics Hub Standard Collector Service
Risk: Elevation of privilege

Affected Systems and Versions

The vulnerability impacts various Microsoft products and versions, including:

Windows 10 Versions 1607, 1709, 1803, 1809
Windows Server 2016, 2019
Visual Studio 2015 Update 3, 2019, and more

Exploitation Mechanism

Attackers could exploit this vulnerability by executing specially crafted applications to gain elevated privileges through the Diagnostics Hub Standard Collector Service.

Mitigation and Prevention

Measures to address and prevent the CVE-2020-0793 vulnerability.

Immediate Steps to Take

Apply security patches released by Microsoft promptly.
Implement the principle of least privilege to restrict user permissions.
Monitor system logs for any suspicious activity related to the Diagnostics Hub Standard Collector Service.

Long-Term Security Practices

Conduct regular security assessments and audits to identify vulnerabilities.
Educate users on best practices for avoiding social engineering attacks.
Keep systems and applications updated with the latest security fixes.

Patching and Updates

Microsoft has provided patches to address the CVE-2020-0793 vulnerability. Ensure all affected systems and software are updated with the latest patches to mitigate the risk of exploitation.