CVE-2020-0688: Microsoft Exchange Server Exchange Control Panel Fixed Cryptographic Key Remote Code Execution Vulnerability
First published: Tue Feb 11 2020(Updated: )
Microsoft Exchange Server Validation Key fails to properly create unique keys at install time, allowing for remote code execution.
Credit: secure@microsoft.com secure@microsoft.com
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Microsoft Exchange Server | =2010-sp3_rollup_30 | |
| Microsoft Exchange Server | =2013-cumulative_update_23 | |
| Microsoft Exchange Server | =2016-cumulative_update_14 | |
| Microsoft Exchange Server | =2016-cumulative_update_15 | |
| Microsoft Exchange Server | =2019-cumulative_update_3 | |
| Microsoft Exchange Server | =2019-cumulative_update_4 | |
| Microsoft Exchange |
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Reference Links
- https://portal.msrc.microsoft.com/en-US/security-guidance/advisory/CVE-2020-0688
- https://www.zerodayinitiative.com/advisories/ZDI-20-258/
- http://packetstormsecurity.com/files/156592/Microsoft-Exchange-2019-15.2.221.12-Remote-Code-Execution.html
- http://packetstormsecurity.com/files/156620/Exchange-Control-Panel-Viewstate-Deserialization.html
- https://nvd.nist.gov/vuln/detail/CVE-2020-0688
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2020-0688?
CVE-2020-0688 is a vulnerability that allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code on affected installations of Microsoft Exchange Server.
How severe is CVE-2020-0688?
CVE-2020-0688 has a severity rating of 8.8 out of 10, which is considered critical.
Which software products are affected by CVE-2020-0688?
CVE-2020-0688 affects Microsoft Exchange Server 2010 (SP3 Rollup 30), 2013 (Cumulative Update 23), 2016 (Cumulative Update 14 or 15), and 2019 (Cumulative Update 3 or 4).
Is authentication required to exploit CVE-2020-0688?
Yes, authentication is required to exploit CVE-2020-0688.
How can I fix CVE-2020-0688?
To fix CVE-2020-0688, apply the necessary security updates provided by Microsoft for your specific version of Microsoft Exchange Server.
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