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CVE-2020-1040: Microsoft Hyper-V RemoteFX vGPU Remote Code Execution Vulnerability

First published: Tue Jul 14 2020(Updated: )

A remote code execution vulnerability exists when Hyper-V RemoteFX vGPU on a host server fails to properly validate input from an authenticated user on a guest operating system, aka 'Hyper-V RemoteFX vGPU Remote Code Execution Vulnerability'. This CVE ID is unique from CVE-2020-1032, CVE-2020-1036, CVE-2020-1041, CVE-2020-1042, CVE-2020-1043.

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Affected SoftwareAffected VersionHow to fix
Microsoft Hyper-V RemoteFX
Microsoft Windows Server=r2
Microsoft Windows Server
Microsoft Windows Server=r2
Microsoft Windows Server 2016

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • What is the severity of CVE-2020-1040?

    CVE-2020-1040 is rated as critical due to its potential for remote code execution.

  • How do I fix CVE-2020-1040?

    To fix CVE-2020-1040, apply the latest security updates provided by Microsoft for affected Hyper-V versions.

  • Which systems are affected by CVE-2020-1040?

    CVE-2020-1040 affects Microsoft Hyper-V RemoteFX on Windows Server 2008 R2, 2012, 2012 R2, and 2016.

  • What is the impact of CVE-2020-1040?

    The impact of CVE-2020-1040 involves the ability for an authenticated user to execute arbitrary code on the host server.

  • When was CVE-2020-1040 disclosed?

    CVE-2020-1040 was disclosed in March 2020.

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