CVE-2020-1125: Windows Runtime Elevation of Privilege Vulnerability
An elevation of privilege vulnerability exists when the Windows Runtime improperly handles objects in memory, aka 'Windows Runtime Elevation of Privilege Vulnerability'. This CVE ID is unique from CVE-2020-1077, CVE-2020-1086, CVE-2020-1090, CVE-2020-1139, CVE-2020-1149, CVE-2020-1151, CVE-2020-1155, CVE-2020-1156, CVE-2020-1157, CVE-2020-1158, CVE-2020-1164.
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An elevation of privilege vulnerability exists when the Windows Runtime improperly handles objects in memory. An attacker who successfully exploited this vulnerability could run arbitrary code in an elevated context. An attacker could exploit this vulnerability by running a specially crafted application on the victim system. The update addresses the vulnerability by correcting the way the Windows Runtime handles objects in memory.
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Affected Software
Remediation
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Patch KB4556813 - Upgrade
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Patch KB4556846 - Upgrade
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Patch KB4556799 - Upgrade
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Patch KB4556826 - Upgrade
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Patch KB4556812 - Upgrade
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Patch KB4556853 - Upgrade
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Patch KB4551853 - Upgrade
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Patch KB4556807
Event History
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2020-1125?
CVE-2020-1125 has a severity rating of important, indicating a significant risk to affected systems.
How do I fix CVE-2020-1125?
To fix CVE-2020-1125, you should apply the latest security updates from Microsoft for the affected versions of Windows.
Which versions of Windows are affected by CVE-2020-1125?
CVE-2020-1125 affects multiple versions of Windows including Windows 10, Windows 8.1, and Windows Server 2016 and 2019.
What type of vulnerability is CVE-2020-1125?
CVE-2020-1125 is classified as an elevation of privilege vulnerability in the Windows Runtime.
Can CVE-2020-1125 be exploited by remote attackers?
CVE-2020-1125 requires local access to the system, so it cannot be exploited remotely.