CVE-2019-1255
First published: Mon Sep 23 2019(Updated: )
A denial of service vulnerability exists when Microsoft Defender improperly handles files, aka 'Microsoft Defender Denial of Service Vulnerability'.
Credit: secure@microsoft.com
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Microsoft Windows Defender | ||
| 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 7 | =sp1 | |
| Microsoft Windows 8.1 | ||
| Microsoft Windows RT 8.1 | ||
| Microsoft Windows Server 2008 | =sp2 | |
| Microsoft Windows Server 2008 | =r2-sp1 | |
| Microsoft Windows Server 2008 | =r2-sp1 | |
| 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 | ||
| Microsoft Forefront Endpoint Protection 2010 | ||
| Microsoft Security Essentials | ||
| Microsoft System Center Endpoint Protection | ||
| Microsoft System Center Endpoint Protection | =2012 | |
| Microsoft System Center Endpoint Protection | =2012-r2 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2019-1255?
CVE-2019-1255 is a denial of service vulnerability in Microsoft Defender.
What software is affected by CVE-2019-1255?
Microsoft Windows Defender, Microsoft Forefront Endpoint Protection 2010, Microsoft Security Essentials, and Microsoft System Center Endpoint Protection are affected by CVE-2019-1255.
How severe is CVE-2019-1255?
CVE-2019-1255 has a severity rating of 7.5 (high).
How can I fix CVE-2019-1255?
Apply the latest security updates from Microsoft to mitigate CVE-2019-1255.
Where can I find more information about CVE-2019-1255?
More information about CVE-2019-1255 can be found at the following link: https://portal.msrc.microsoft.com/en-US/security-guidance/advisory/CVE-2019-1255
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