CVE-2020-1119: Windows Information Disclosure Vulnerability
First published: Fri Sep 11 2020(Updated: )
<p>An information disclosure vulnerability exists when StartTileData.dll improperly handles objects in memory. An attacker who successfully exploited the vulnerability could obtain information to further compromise the user’s system.</p> <p>To exploit this vulnerability, an attacker would have to log on to an affected system and run a specially crafted application.</p> <p>The update addresses the vulnerability by correcting the way in which StartTileData.dll handles objects in memory.</p>
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| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| =1903 | ||
| =1909 | ||
| =2004 | ||
| =1903 | ||
| =1909 | ||
| =2004 | ||
| Microsoft Windows 10 | =1903 | |
| Microsoft Windows 10 | =1909 | |
| Microsoft Windows 10 | =2004 | |
| Microsoft Windows Server 2016 | =1903 | |
| Microsoft Windows Server 2016 | =1909 | |
| Microsoft Windows Server 2016 | =2004 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2020-1119?
CVE-2020-1119 is an information disclosure vulnerability in StartTileData.dll in Windows 10 and Windows Server 2016.
How does CVE-2020-1119 affect Microsoft Windows?
CVE-2020-1119 affects Microsoft Windows 10 versions 1903, 1909, and 2004, as well as Windows Server 2016 versions 1903, 1909, and 2004.
What is the severity of CVE-2020-1119?
The severity of CVE-2020-1119 is medium with a CVSS score of 5.5.
How can I fix CVE-2020-1119?
To fix CVE-2020-1119, apply the latest security updates provided by Microsoft.
Where can I find more information about CVE-2020-1119?
You can find more information about CVE-2020-1119 on the Microsoft Security Guidance Advisory page: [https://portal.msrc.microsoft.com/en-US/security-guidance/advisory/CVE-2020-1119](https://portal.msrc.microsoft.com/en-US/security-guidance/advisory/CVE-2020-1119)
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