First published: Thu Mar 12 2020(Updated: )
A remote code execution vulnerability exists in the way that the Microsoft Server Message Block 3.1.1 (SMBv3) protocol handles certain requests, aka 'Windows SMBv3 Client/Server Remote Code Execution Vulnerability'.
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Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
---|---|---|
Microsoft Windows 10 | =1903 | |
Microsoft Windows 10 | =1909 | |
Microsoft Windows Server 2016 | =1903 | |
Microsoft Windows Server 2016 | =1909 | |
Microsoft SMBv3 | ||
=1903 | ||
=1909 | ||
=1903 | ||
=1909 |
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CVE-2020-0796 is rated as a critical vulnerability due to its potential for remote code execution.
To fix CVE-2020-0796, ensure that your Windows systems are updated with the latest security patches provided by Microsoft.
CVE-2020-0796 affects Microsoft Windows 10 versions 1903 and 1909, as well as Windows Server 2016 versions 1903 and 1909.
CVE-2020-0796 is classified as a remote code execution vulnerability within the SMBv3 protocol.
Yes, CVE-2020-0796 can be exploited remotely, allowing attackers to execute arbitrary code on affected systems.