CVE-2019-0853: Microsoft Windows EMF File Uninitialized Pointer Remote Code Execution Vulnerability
First published: Tue Apr 09 2019(Updated: )
A remote code execution vulnerability exists in the way that the Windows Graphics Device Interface (GDI) handles objects in the memory, aka 'GDI+ Remote Code Execution Vulnerability'.
Credit: secure@microsoft.com
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Microsoft Windows | ||
| Microsoft Windows 10 | ||
| Microsoft Windows 10 | =1607 | |
| Microsoft Windows 10 | =1703 | |
| Microsoft Windows 10 | =1709 | |
| Microsoft Windows 10 | =1803 | |
| Microsoft Windows 10 | =1809 | |
| Microsoft Windows 7 | =sp1 | |
| Microsoft Windows 8.1 | ||
| Microsoft Windows RT | ||
| Microsoft Windows Server | =sp2 | |
| Microsoft Windows Server | =r2-sp1 | |
| Microsoft Windows Server | =r2-sp1 | |
| Microsoft Windows Server | ||
| Microsoft Windows Server | =r2 | |
| Microsoft Windows Server 2016 | ||
| Microsoft Windows Server 2016 | =1709 | |
| Microsoft Windows Server 2016 | =1803 | |
| Microsoft Windows Server 2019 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2019-0853?
CVE-2019-0853 is categorized as a critical severity vulnerability that allows remote code execution.
How do I fix CVE-2019-0853?
To fix CVE-2019-0853, ensure that you apply the latest security updates provided by Microsoft for your version of Windows.
What versions of Windows are affected by CVE-2019-0853?
CVE-2019-0853 affects various versions of Windows, including Windows 7, 8.1, 10, and Windows Server variants.
What type of vulnerability is CVE-2019-0853?
CVE-2019-0853 is a remote code execution vulnerability in the Windows Graphics Device Interface (GDI).
Can CVE-2019-0853 be exploited remotely?
Yes, CVE-2019-0853 can be exploited by remote attackers to execute arbitrary code on vulnerable systems.
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