CVE-2020-1066: .NET Framework Elevation of Privilege Vulnerability
.NET Framework Elevation of Privilege Vulnerability
Other sources
An elevation of privilege vulnerability exists in .NET Framework which could allow an attacker to elevate their privilege level. To exploit the vulnerability, an attacker would first have to access the local machine, and then run a malicious program. The update addresses the vulnerability by correcting how .NET Framework activates COM objects.
— Microsoft
Affected Software
Remediation
Recommended actions to resolve this vulnerability, in priority order.
- Upgrade
Upgrade to a fixed release to a version that resolves this vulnerability.
Patch KB4556406 - Upgrade
Upgrade to a fixed release to a version that resolves this vulnerability.
Patch KB4556403
Event History
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2020-1066?
The severity of CVE-2020-1066 is high with a severity value of 7.8 out of 10.
How does CVE-2020-1066 affect Microsoft .NET Framework?
CVE-2020-1066 affects Microsoft .NET Framework versions 3.0 SP2 and 3.5.1.
How can an attacker exploit CVE-2020-1066?
To exploit CVE-2020-1066, an attacker would first need to access the local machine and then run a malicious program.
Is Microsoft Windows Server 2008 vulnerable to CVE-2020-1066?
No, Microsoft Windows Server 2008 SP2 and R2 SP1 are not vulnerable to CVE-2020-1066.
Where can I find more information about CVE-2020-1066?
You can find more information about CVE-2020-1066 at the following URL: https://portal.msrc.microsoft.com/en-US/security-guidance/advisory/CVE-2020-1066