CVE-2019-1214: Microsoft Windows Privilege Common Log File System (CLFS) Escalation Vulnerability
First published: Wed Sep 11 2019(Updated: )
An elevation of privilege vulnerability exists when the Windows Common Log File System (CLFS) driver improperly handles objects in memory, aka 'Windows Common Log File System Driver Elevation of Privilege Vulnerability'.
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| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Windows 10 | ||
| Windows 10 | =1607 | |
| Windows 10 | =1703 | |
| Windows 10 | =1709 | |
| Windows 10 | =1803 | |
| Windows 10 | =1809 | |
| Windows 10 | =1903 | |
| Microsoft Windows 7 | =sp1 | |
| Microsoft Windows | ||
| Microsoft Windows RT | ||
| Microsoft Windows Server | =sp2 | |
| Microsoft Windows Server | =r2-sp1 | |
| Microsoft Windows Server | =r2-sp1 | |
| Microsoft Windows Server | ||
| Microsoft Windows Server | =r2 | |
| Microsoft Windows Server 2016 | ||
| 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-2019-1214?
CVE-2019-1214 has been rated as critical due to its potential for elevation of privilege.
How do I fix CVE-2019-1214?
To fix CVE-2019-1214, apply the latest security updates provided by Microsoft for affected versions of Windows.
Which systems are affected by CVE-2019-1214?
CVE-2019-1214 affects multiple versions of Microsoft Windows including Windows 7, 8.1, 10, and various Windows Server editions.
Can CVE-2019-1214 be exploited remotely?
CVE-2019-1214 can be exploited locally by an attacker to gain elevated privileges on the system.
What type of vulnerability is CVE-2019-1214?
CVE-2019-1214 is classified as an elevation of privilege vulnerability in the Windows Common Log File System driver.
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