CVE-2019-1129: Microsoft Windows AppX Deployment Service (AppXSVC) Privilege Escalation Vulnerability
First published: Mon Jul 15 2019(Updated: )
An elevation of privilege vulnerability exists when Windows AppX Deployment Service (AppXSVC) improperly handles hard links, aka 'Windows Elevation of Privilege Vulnerability'. This CVE ID is unique from CVE-2019-1130.
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| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Windows 10 | =1703 | |
| Windows 10 | =1709 | |
| Windows 10 | =1803 | |
| Windows 10 | =1809 | |
| Windows 10 | =1903 | |
| Microsoft Windows Server 2016 | =1803 | |
| Microsoft Windows Server 2016 | =1903 | |
| Microsoft Windows Server 2019 | ||
| Microsoft Windows Operating System |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2019-1129?
CVE-2019-1129 is rated as a critical vulnerability due to its potential for elevation of privilege in affected Windows operating systems.
How do I fix CVE-2019-1129?
To fix CVE-2019-1129, install the latest security updates provided by Microsoft for your version of Windows.
What versions of Windows are affected by CVE-2019-1129?
CVE-2019-1129 affects several Windows 10 versions including 1703, 1709, 1803, 1809, and 1903, as well as Windows Server versions 2016 and 2019.
What is the impact of exploiting CVE-2019-1129?
Exploiting CVE-2019-1129 can allow an attacker to gain elevated privileges on the impacted system.
Is there a workaround for CVE-2019-1129?
There are currently no recommended workarounds for CVE-2019-1129, so applying updates is the best course of action.
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