CVE-2020-1082 : Vulnerability Insights and Analysis

An elevation of privilege vulnerability exists in Windows Error Reporting (WER) when WER handles and executes files, also known as 'Windows Error Reporting Elevation of Privilege Vulnerability'.

Understanding CVE-2020-1082

This CVE ID is unique from CVE-2020-1021 and CVE-2020-1088.

What is CVE-2020-1082?

CVE-2020-1082 is an elevation of privilege vulnerability found in Windows Error Reporting (WER) during file handling and execution.

The Impact of CVE-2020-1082

The vulnerability allows attackers to gain elevated privileges on the affected systems, potentially leading to unauthorized access and control.

Technical Details of CVE-2020-1082

Vulnerability Description

Type: Elevation of Privilege
System Component: Windows Error Reporting (WER)
Execution Context Flaw: Files handled by WER

Affected Systems and Versions

Windows 10 Versions 1803, 1809, 1709, 1607, and unspecified versions
Windows Server 1803, 2019, 2016, and unspecified versions

Exploitation Mechanism

Attackers can exploit this vulnerability by manipulating files that are processed by Windows Error Reporting, allowing them to escalate their privileges on the system.

Mitigation and Prevention

Immediate Steps to Take

Apply the latest security updates provided by Microsoft immediately.
Monitor for any unauthorized access or unusual system behavior.

Long-Term Security Practices

Implement the principle of least privilege to limit user permissions.
Regularly check for and install security patches and updates on all systems.
Conduct security audits to detect and address vulnerabilities in a timely manner.

Patching and Updates

Keep all Windows operating systems and servers up to date with the latest patches to prevent exploitation of known vulnerabilities.