CVE-2020-1303 : Security Advisory and Response

A Windows Runtime Elevation of Privilege Vulnerability was identified by Microsoft on September 8, 2020.

Understanding CVE-2020-1303

This vulnerability affects various versions of Windows operating systems, potentially allowing attackers to execute arbitrary code in an elevated context.

What is CVE-2020-1303?

An elevation of privilege flaw in Windows Runtime's memory object handling.
Attackers could exploit it by running a specially crafted application on the victim's system.

The Impact of CVE-2020-1303

Severity: Medium (CVSS Base Score: 5.5)
Attack Vector: Local
Successful exploitation grants attackers elevated privileges to run malicious code.

Technical Details of CVE-2020-1303

This section provides specific technical details.

Vulnerability Description

Windows Runtime mishandles objects in memory, leading to the privilege escalation vulnerability.

Affected Systems and Versions

Windows 10 Version 1803, 1809, 1903, 1909, 2004
Windows Server 2019, Server Core installations

Exploitation Mechanism

Attackers can exploit this flaw by executing a specially crafted application on the targeted system.

Mitigation and Prevention

Learn how to protect your system from CVE-2020-1303.

Immediate Steps to Take

Apply the security update provided by Microsoft to address the memory object handling issue.
Regularly update your system with the latest security patches.
Exercise caution while running applications from untrusted sources.

Long-Term Security Practices

Implement strong privilege management to limit high-risk operations.

Patching and Updates

Stay informed about security advisories and promptly apply relevant patches to secure your systems.