CVE-2020-1112: Malicious File Upload
First published: Thu May 21 2020(Updated: )
An elevation of privilege vulnerability exists when the Windows Background Intelligent Transfer Service (BITS) IIS module improperly handles uploaded content, aka 'Windows Background Intelligent Transfer Service Elevation of Privilege Vulnerability'.
Credit: secure@microsoft.com
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Microsoft Windows 10 | ||
| Microsoft Windows 10 | ||
| Microsoft Windows 10 | =1607 | |
| Microsoft Windows 10 | =1607 | |
| Microsoft Windows 10 | =1709 | |
| Microsoft Windows 10 | =1803 | |
| Microsoft Windows 10 | =1809 | |
| Microsoft Windows 10 | =1903 | |
| Microsoft Windows 10 | =1909 | |
| Microsoft Windows 7 | =sp1 | |
| Microsoft Windows 7 | =sp1 | |
| Microsoft Windows 8.1 | ||
| Microsoft Windows 8.1 | ||
| Microsoft Windows RT | ||
| Microsoft Windows Server 2008 Itanium | =sp2 | |
| Microsoft Windows Server 2008 Itanium | =sp2 | |
| Microsoft Windows Server 2008 Itanium | =sp2 | |
| Microsoft Windows Server 2008 Itanium | =r2-sp1 | |
| Microsoft Windows Server 2008 Itanium | =r2-sp1 | |
| Microsoft Windows Server 2012 x64 | ||
| Microsoft Windows Server 2012 x64 | =r2 | |
| Microsoft Windows Server 2016 | ||
| Microsoft Windows Server 2019 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2020-1112?
CVE-2020-1112 has a severity rating of important, indicating that it may allow an attacker to elevate their privileges on affected systems.
How do I fix CVE-2020-1112?
To fix CVE-2020-1112, apply the latest security updates provided by Microsoft for your specific Windows version.
Which versions of Windows are affected by CVE-2020-1112?
CVE-2020-1112 affects various versions of Windows including Windows 7, 8.1, 10, and several Windows Server editions.
Can CVE-2020-1112 be exploited remotely?
Yes, CVE-2020-1112 could potentially be exploited remotely if an attacker uploads malicious content to a vulnerable server.
Is there a workaround for CVE-2020-1112 if I cannot apply the patch immediately?
Currently, there is no official workaround for CVE-2020-1112, so it is recommended to prioritize applying the necessary updates.
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