CVE-2019-0887: Path Traversal

Published Jul 15, 2019
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Updated

A remote code execution vulnerability exists in Remote Desktop Services - formerly known as Terminal Services - when an authenticated attacker abuses clipboard redirection, aka 'Remote Desktop Services Remote Code Execution Vulnerability'.

Affected Software

22 affected components
Microsoft Remote Desktop Windows<1.2.2691
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 10=1903
Microsoft Windows 11 21h2=10.0.22000.376
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=1803
Microsoft Windows Server 2016=1903
Microsoft Windows Server 2019
Microsoft Remote Desktop Client Windows<1.2.2691

Event History

Jul 15, 2019
CVE Published
via MITRE·06:56 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·06:56 PM
DescriptionWeakness
Data Sourced
via NVD·07:15 PM
RemedyDescriptionSeverityWeaknessAffected Software
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is CVE-2019-0887?

CVE-2019-0887 is a remote code execution vulnerability in Remote Desktop Services, also known as Terminal Services.

2

How does CVE-2019-0887 affect Microsoft Windows?

CVE-2019-0887 affects various versions of Microsoft Windows, including Windows 7, Windows 8.1, Windows 10, and Windows Server.

3

What is the severity of CVE-2019-0887?

CVE-2019-0887 has a severity score of 8 (high severity).

4

How can an attacker exploit CVE-2019-0887?

An authenticated attacker can exploit CVE-2019-0887 by abusing clipboard redirection in Remote Desktop Services.

5

Are there any known fixes for CVE-2019-0887?

Yes, Microsoft has released security updates to address CVE-2019-0887. It is recommended to install the latest updates for the affected products.

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