CVE-2019-1053: Windows Shell Elevation of Privilege Vulnerability
An elevation of privilege vulnerability exists when the Windows Shell fails to validate folder shortcuts, aka 'Windows Shell Elevation of Privilege Vulnerability'.
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An elevation of privilege vulnerability exists when the Windows Shell fails to validate folder shortcuts. An attacker who successfully exploited the vulnerability could elevate privileges by escaping a sandbox. To exploit this vulnerability, an attacker would require unprivileged execution on the victim system. The security update addresses the vulnerability by correctly validating folder shortcuts.
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What is the severity of CVE-2019-1053?
CVE-2019-1053 has a severity rating of important, indicating a significant impact potential for affected systems.
How do I fix CVE-2019-1053?
To fix CVE-2019-1053, apply the security update provided by Microsoft for your specific version of Windows.
Which versions of Windows are affected by CVE-2019-1053?
CVE-2019-1053 affects multiple versions of Windows including Windows 7, Windows 8.1, Windows 10, and various versions of Windows Server.
What type of vulnerability is CVE-2019-1053?
CVE-2019-1053 is an elevation of privilege vulnerability related to improper validation of folder shortcuts in the Windows Shell.
Can CVE-2019-1053 be exploited remotely?
CVE-2019-1053 requires local access to exploit, as it involves elevation of privileges through local user interaction.