CVE-2020-1358 : Security Advisory and Response

An information disclosure vulnerability exists when the Windows Resource Policy component improperly handles memory. To exploit this vulnerability, an attacker would first have to gain execution on the victim system, aka 'Windows Resource Policy Information Disclosure Vulnerability'.

Understanding CVE-2020-1358

This CVE identifies an information disclosure vulnerability impacting various Microsoft Windows versions and editions.

What is CVE-2020-1358?

This vulnerability occurs due to improper handling of memory by the Windows Resource Policy component. It could be exploited by an attacker who has already gained execution on the affected system.

The Impact of CVE-2020-1358

The vulnerability allows attackers to potentially access sensitive information on the compromised system, leading to information disclosure risks.

Technical Details of CVE-2020-1358

This section provides more insights into the technical aspects of the CVE.

Vulnerability Description

An information disclosure vulnerability is present in the way Windows Resource Policy processes memory, enabling attackers to extract valuable system information.

Affected Systems and Versions

The following systems and versions are affected:

Windows 10 Version 2004 for 32-bit, ARM64-based, and x64-based systems
Windows Server version 2004 (Server Core installation)
Various versions of Windows 10 and Windows Server

Exploitation Mechanism

To exploit this vulnerability, an attacker must first gain execution privileges on the targeted system.

Mitigation and Prevention

Mitigation strategies and steps to address the vulnerability.

Immediate Steps to Take

Apply security updates from Microsoft promptly
Monitor system logs for suspicious activities
Implement the principle of least privilege for system access

Long-Term Security Practices

Regularly audit and review system security configurations
Conduct security trainings for system users on best practices
Employ network segmentation to contain potential breaches

Patching and Updates

Install relevant security patches provided by Microsoft to mitigate the vulnerability
Keep systems up to date with the latest security patches and updates