CVE-2019-0903: Microsoft GDI Remote Code Execution Vulnerability

Published May 16, 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

A remote code execution vulnerability exists in the way that the Windows Graphics Device Interface (GDI) handles objects in the memory. An attacker who successfully exploited this vulnerability could take control of the affected system.

CISA

Affected Software

40 affected components
Microsoft Graphics Device Interface (GDI)
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 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 Windows 10 1507
Microsoft Windows 10 1507
Microsoft Windows 10 1607
Microsoft Windows 10 1607
Microsoft Windows 10 1703
Microsoft Windows 10 1703
Microsoft Windows 10 1709
Microsoft Windows 10 1709
Microsoft Windows 10 1709
Microsoft Windows 10 1803
Microsoft Windows 10 1803
Microsoft Windows 10 1803
Microsoft Windows 10 1809
Microsoft Windows 10 1809
Microsoft Windows 10 1809
Microsoft Windows 10 1903
Microsoft Windows 10 1903
Microsoft Windows 10 1903
Microsoft Windows Server 1803
Microsoft Windows Server 1903

Event History

May 16, 2019
CVE Published
via MITRE·06:17 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·06:17 PM
DescriptionWeakness
Data Sourced
via NVD·07:29 PM
RemedyDescriptionSeverityAffected Software
Mar 25, 2022
Known Exploited
via CISA·12:00 AM
Sep 22, 58448
Event
via NVD·02:02 AM
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2019-0903?

CVE-2019-0903 has a critical severity level due to its potential for remote code execution.

2

How do I fix CVE-2019-0903?

To fix CVE-2019-0903, users should apply the latest security updates provided by Microsoft for affected Windows versions.

3

Which software is affected by CVE-2019-0903?

CVE-2019-0903 affects Microsoft Windows 10, Windows 7, Windows 8.1, and various versions of Windows Server.

4

Can CVE-2019-0903 be exploited remotely?

Yes, CVE-2019-0903 can be exploited remotely without authentication, allowing attackers to execute arbitrary code.

5

What systems are impacted by CVE-2019-0903?

CVE-2019-0903 impacts systems running Microsoft Graphics Device Interface (GDI) across multiple Windows operating systems.

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