CVE-2019-1270
First published: Wed Sep 11 2019(Updated: )
An elevation of privilege vulnerability exists in Windows store installer where WindowsApps directory is vulnerable to symbolic link attack, aka 'Microsoft Windows Store Installer Elevation of Privilege Vulnerability'.
Credit: secure@microsoft.com
| 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 Server 2016 | ||
| Microsoft Windows Server 2016 | =1803 | |
| Microsoft Windows Server 2016 | =1903 | |
| Microsoft Windows Server 2019 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2019-1270?
The severity of CVE-2019-1270 is considered high due to its potential for elevation of privilege.
How do I fix CVE-2019-1270?
To fix CVE-2019-1270, ensure that you apply the latest security updates provided by Microsoft.
What systems are affected by CVE-2019-1270?
CVE-2019-1270 affects various versions of Microsoft Windows 10 and Microsoft Windows Server 2016 and 2019.
What type of attack does CVE-2019-1270 allow?
CVE-2019-1270 allows an attacker to perform a symbolic link attack leading to elevation of privilege.
Can I mitigate CVE-2019-1270 without a patch?
No effective mitigation for CVE-2019-1270 can be implemented without applying the appropriate security patch.
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