CVE-2019-1172: Windows Information Disclosure Vulnerability

Published Aug 14, 2019
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Updated

An information disclosure vulnerability exists in Azure Active Directory (AAD) Microsoft Account (MSA) during the login request session, aka 'Windows Information Disclosure Vulnerability'.

Other sources

An information disclosure vulnerability exists in Azure Active Directory (AAD) Microsoft Account (MSA) during the login request session. An attacker who successfully exploited the vulnerability could take over a user's account. To exploit the vulnerability, an attacker would have to trick a user into browsing to a specially crafted website, allowing the attacker to steal the user's token. The security update addresses the vulnerability by correcting how MSA handles cookies.

NVD

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

Aug 14, 2019
CVE Published
via MITRE·08:55 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·08:55 PM
DescriptionSeverity
Data Sourced
via NVD·09:15 PM
RemedyDescriptionSeverityWeaknessAffected Software

Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2019-1172?

CVE-2019-1172 is classified as a critical information disclosure vulnerability.

2

How do I fix CVE-2019-1172?

To remediate CVE-2019-1172, apply the latest security updates provided by Microsoft.

3

What software is affected by CVE-2019-1172?

CVE-2019-1172 affects various versions of Microsoft Windows, including Windows 8.1, Windows 10, and Windows Server.

4

Can CVE-2019-1172 be exploited remotely?

Yes, CVE-2019-1172 can potentially be exploited by attackers remotely to gain sensitive information.

5

What type of vulnerability is CVE-2019-1172?

CVE-2019-1172 is an information disclosure vulnerability occurring during the login request session.

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