CVE-2019-0853: Microsoft Windows EMF File Uninitialized Pointer Remote Code Execution Vulnerability

Published Apr 9, 2019
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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'.

Other sources

This vulnerability allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code on vulnerable installations of Microsoft Windows. User interaction is required to exploit this vulnerability in that the target must visit a malicious page or open a malicious file. The specific flaw exists within the handling of EMF graphics. The issue results from the lack of proper initialization of a pointer prior to accessing it. An attacker can leverage this vulnerability to execute code under the context of the current process.

Affected Software

19 affected components
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 8.1
Microsoft Windows Server 2008=sp2
Microsoft Windows Server 2008=r2-sp1
Microsoft Windows Server 2008=r2-sp1
Microsoft Windows Server 2012
Microsoft Windows Server 2012=r2
Microsoft Windows Server 2016
Microsoft Windows Server 2016=1709
Microsoft Windows Server 2016=1803
Microsoft Windows Server 2019
Microsoft Windows

Event History

Apr 9, 2019
CVE Published
via MITRE·08:19 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·08:19 PM
DescriptionWeakness
Apr 1, 2025
Advisory Published
via ZDI·05:16 PM

Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2019-0853?

CVE-2019-0853 is categorized as a critical severity vulnerability that allows remote code execution.

2

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.

3

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.

4

What type of vulnerability is CVE-2019-0853?

CVE-2019-0853 is a remote code execution vulnerability in the Windows Graphics Device Interface (GDI).

5

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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