CVE-2019-1060: XEE

Published Oct 10, 2019
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Updated

A remote code execution vulnerability exists when the Microsoft XML Core Services MSXML parser processes user input, aka 'MS XML Remote Code Execution Vulnerability'.

Affected Software

15 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 10=1903
Microsoft Windows 8.1
Microsoft Windows RT 8.1
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

Event History

Oct 10, 2019
CVE Published
via MITRE·01:28 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·01:28 PM
DescriptionWeakness

Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2019-1060?

CVE-2019-1060 has a critical severity rating, allowing for remote code execution.

2

How do I fix CVE-2019-1060?

To fix CVE-2019-1060, users should apply the security updates provided by Microsoft.

3

What are the affected versions for CVE-2019-1060?

CVE-2019-1060 affects various versions of Microsoft Windows 10, Windows 8.1, Windows RT, and Windows Server.

4

Is CVE-2019-1060 a local or remote vulnerability?

CVE-2019-1060 is a remote code execution vulnerability that can be exploited remotely.

5

What types of attacks exploit CVE-2019-1060?

CVE-2019-1060 can be exploited through specially crafted XML content processed by the Microsoft XML Core Services.

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