CVE-2020-1261
First published: Tue Jun 09 2020(Updated: )
An information disclosure vulnerability exists in the way Windows Error Reporting (WER) handles objects in memory, aka 'Windows Error Reporting Information Disclosure Vulnerability'. This CVE ID is unique from CVE-2020-1263.
Credit: secure@microsoft.com
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Windows 10 | ||
| Windows 10 | =1607 | |
| Windows 10 | =1709 | |
| Windows 10 | =1809 | |
| Windows 10 | =1903 | |
| Windows 10 | =1909 | |
| Windows 10 | =2004 | |
| Microsoft Windows Server 2016 | ||
| Microsoft Windows Server 2016 | =1803 | |
| Microsoft Windows Server 2016 | =1903 | |
| Microsoft Windows Server 2016 | =1909 | |
| Microsoft Windows Server 2016 | =2004 | |
| Microsoft Windows Server 2019 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2020-1261?
CVE-2020-1261 has a severity rating of important as it can lead to information disclosure.
How do I fix CVE-2020-1261?
To fix CVE-2020-1261, install the latest security updates and patches provided by Microsoft.
Which versions of Windows are affected by CVE-2020-1261?
CVE-2020-1261 affects multiple versions of Windows 10, Windows Server 2016, and Windows Server 2019.
Can CVE-2020-1261 be exploited remotely?
CVE-2020-1261 requires local access to the system for exploitation, making remote exploitation unlikely.
What type of vulnerability is CVE-2020-1261?
CVE-2020-1261 is classified as an information disclosure vulnerability.
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