CVE-2020-1558: Jet Database Engine Remote Code Execution Vulnerability

Published Aug 17, 2020
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Updated

A remote code execution vulnerability exists when the Windows Jet Database Engine improperly handles objects in memory, aka 'Jet Database Engine Remote Code Execution Vulnerability'. This CVE ID is unique from CVE-2020-1473, CVE-2020-1557, CVE-2020-1564.

Other sources

A remote code execution vulnerability exists when the Windows Jet Database Engine improperly handles objects in memory. An attacker who successfully exploited this vulnerability could execute arbitrary code on a victim system. An attacker could exploit this vulnerability by enticing a victim to open a specially crafted file. The update addresses the vulnerability by correcting the way the Windows Jet Database Engine handles objects in memory.

NVD

Affected Software

21 affected components
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 10=2004
Microsoft Windows 7=sp1
Microsoft Windows 8.1
Microsoft Windows RT 8.1
Microsoft Windows Server 2008=sp2
Microsoft Windows Server 2012
Microsoft Windows Server 2012=r2
Microsoft Windows Server 2016
Microsoft Windows Server 2016=1903
Microsoft Windows Server 2016=1909
Microsoft Windows Server 2016=2004
Microsoft Windows Server 2019

Event History

Aug 17, 2020
CVE Published
via MITRE·07:13 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·07:13 PM
DescriptionSeverity
Data Sourced
via NVD·07:15 PM
RemedyDescriptionSeverityAffected Software
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2020-1558?

CVE-2020-1558 has a critical severity rating as it allows for remote code execution.

2

How do I fix CVE-2020-1558?

To fix CVE-2020-1558, apply the latest security updates provided by Microsoft for affected versions of Windows.

3

What versions of Windows are affected by CVE-2020-1558?

CVE-2020-1558 affects various versions of Windows including Windows 7, 8.1, 10, and several Windows Server editions.

4

Can CVE-2020-1558 be exploited remotely?

Yes, CVE-2020-1558 can be exploited remotely if an attacker has the ability to run arbitrary code.

5

How does CVE-2020-1558 affect the Jet Database Engine?

CVE-2020-1558 affects the Jet Database Engine by improperly handling objects in memory, leading to possible remote code execution.

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