CVE-2020-0835
First published: Wed Apr 15 2020(Updated: )
An elevation of privilege vulnerability exists when Windows Defender antimalware platform improperly handles hard links, aka 'Windows Defender Antimalware Platform Hard Link Elevation of Privilege Vulnerability'.
Credit: secure@microsoft.com
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Microsoft Windows Defender |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2020-0835?
CVE-2020-0835 is an elevation of privilege vulnerability in Windows Defender antimalware platform.
What is the severity of CVE-2020-0835?
The severity of CVE-2020-0835 is high, with a CVSS score of 7.8.
How does CVE-2020-0835 affect Windows Defender?
CVE-2020-0835 affects Windows Defender antimalware platform.
What is the impact of CVE-2020-0835?
CVE-2020-0835 allows an attacker to elevate privileges on an affected system.
How do I fix CVE-2020-0835?
To fix CVE-2020-0835, users should apply the necessary security updates provided by Microsoft.
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