CVE-2020-1273 : Security Advisory and Response

An elevation of privilege vulnerability in the Windows kernel could allow attackers to improperly handle memory objects.

Understanding CVE-2020-1273

What is CVE-2020-1273?

An elevation of privilege vulnerability exists due to improper memory object handling in the Windows kernel.

The Impact of CVE-2020-1273

The vulnerability could allow attackers to elevate privileges on affected systems, potentially leading to unauthorized actions.

Technical Details of CVE-2020-1273

Vulnerability Description

The vulnerability arises from the Windows kernel's inadequate object memory handling, known as 'Windows Kernel Elevation of Privilege Vulnerability'.

Affected Systems and Versions

Windows 10 Version 1909 for 32-bit Systems
Windows 10 Version 1909 for x64-based Systems
Windows 10 Version 1909 for ARM64-based Systems
Windows Server, version 1909 (Server Core installation)
Windows 10 Version 1903 for 32-bit Systems
Windows 10 Version 1903 for x64-based Systems
Windows 10 Version 1903 for ARM64-based Systems
Windows Server, version 1903 (Server Core installation)
Windows Server, version 2004 (Server Core installation)
Windows 10 Version 2004 for ARM64-based Systems
Windows 10 Version 2004 for x64-based Systems
Windows 10 Version 2004 for 32-bit Systems

Exploitation Mechanism

The vulnerability requires an attacker to execute a specially crafted application on a target system to exploit this flaw.

Mitigation and Prevention

Immediate Steps to Take

Apply security updates provided by Microsoft promptly to address the vulnerability.
Monitor systems for any unusual activities or unauthorized access attempts.

Long-Term Security Practices

Implement the principle of least privilege to restrict user access levels.
Regularly conduct security audits and penetration testing to identify and mitigate potential vulnerabilities.

Patching and Updates

Install the latest security patches and updates released by Microsoft to ensure the protection of your systems.