CVE-2019-1014: Win32k Elevation of Privilege Vulnerability
An elevation of privilege vulnerability exists in Windows when the Win32k component fails to properly handle objects in memory, aka 'Win32k Elevation of Privilege Vulnerability'. This CVE ID is unique from CVE-2019-0960, CVE-2019-1017.
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An elevation of privilege vulnerability exists in Windows when the Win32k component fails to properly handle objects in memory. An attacker who successfully exploited this vulnerability could run arbitrary code in kernel mode. An attacker could then install programs; view, change, or delete data; or create new accounts with full user rights. To exploit this vulnerability, an attacker would first have to log on to the system. An attacker could then run a specially crafted application that could exploit the vulnerability and take control of an affected system. The update addresses this vulnerability by correcting how Win32k handles objects in memory.
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What is the severity of CVE-2019-1014?
CVE-2019-1014 has a severity rating of important, indicating a potential risk for exploitation by attackers.
How can I fix CVE-2019-1014?
To mitigate CVE-2019-1014, apply the latest security patches provided by Microsoft for affected Windows versions.
What Windows versions are affected by CVE-2019-1014?
CVE-2019-1014 affects various versions of Windows, including Windows 10, Windows 7, and Windows Server 2008.
What kind of attack can be executed using CVE-2019-1014?
An attacker exploiting CVE-2019-1014 can gain elevated privileges and execute arbitrary code in kernel mode.
Is there a workaround for CVE-2019-1014 instead of patching?
Currently, Microsoft recommends applying the security update as the best method to mitigate CVE-2019-1014, with no suggested workarounds.