CVE-2019-1280
First published: Wed Sep 11 2019(Updated: )
A remote code execution vulnerability exists in Microsoft Windows that could allow remote code execution if a .LNK file is processed.An attacker who successfully exploited this vulnerability could gain the same user rights as the local user, aka 'LNK Remote Code Execution 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 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 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2019-1280?
CVE-2019-1280 has been assigned a severity rating of Critical due to its potential for remote code execution.
How do I fix CVE-2019-1280?
To fix CVE-2019-1280, apply the latest security updates provided by Microsoft for affected Windows versions.
Which versions of Windows are affected by CVE-2019-1280?
CVE-2019-1280 affects multiple versions of Windows including Windows 7, Windows 8.1, Windows 10, and various versions of Windows Server.
What type of vulnerability is CVE-2019-1280?
CVE-2019-1280 is a remote code execution vulnerability that can be exploited through specially crafted .LNK files.
Who can exploit CVE-2019-1280?
An attacker with the ability to send a malicious .LNK file can exploit CVE-2019-1280 to gain the same user rights as the local user.
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