What is the severity of CVE-2020-16879?

CVE-2020-16879 is rated as important, indicating a significant risk to affected systems.

How do I fix CVE-2020-16879?

To fix CVE-2020-16879, you should apply the latest security updates provided by Microsoft for your affected Windows version.

What are the affected versions for CVE-2020-16879?

CVE-2020-16879 affects multiple versions of Windows 10 and Windows Server, specifically versions 1809, 1903, 1909, and 2004.

What type of vulnerability is CVE-2020-16879?

CVE-2020-16879 is an information disclosure vulnerability related to improper file redirection handling in the Windows Projected Filesystem.

Can CVE-2020-16879 be exploited remotely?

CVE-2020-16879 can potentially be exploited locally by an attacker with access to the system.

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CVE-2020-16879

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11/9/2020

1/10/2024

CVE-2020-16879: Projected Filesystem Information Disclosure Vulnerability

First published: Fri Sep 11 2020(Updated: )

An information disclosure vulnerability exists when a Windows Projected Filesystem improperly handles file redirections, aka 'Projected Filesystem Information Disclosure Vulnerability'.

Credit: secure@microsoft.com secure@microsoft.com

Affected Software	Affected Version	How to fix
Microsoft Windows 10	=1809
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
Microsoft Windows Server 2019

Remedy

https://portal.msrc.microsoft.com/en-US/security-guidance/advisory/CVE-2020-16879

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Reference Links

https://portal.msrc.microsoft.com/en-US/security-guidance/advisory/CVE-2020-16879

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2020-16879?
CVE-2020-16879 is rated as important, indicating a significant risk to affected systems.
How do I fix CVE-2020-16879?
To fix CVE-2020-16879, you should apply the latest security updates provided by Microsoft for your affected Windows version.
What are the affected versions for CVE-2020-16879?
CVE-2020-16879 affects multiple versions of Windows 10 and Windows Server, specifically versions 1809, 1903, 1909, and 2004.
What type of vulnerability is CVE-2020-16879?
CVE-2020-16879 is an information disclosure vulnerability related to improper file redirection handling in the Windows Projected Filesystem.
Can CVE-2020-16879 be exploited remotely?
CVE-2020-16879 can potentially be exploited locally by an attacker with access to the system.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2020-16879?
CVE-2020-16879 is rated as important, indicating a significant risk to affected systems.
How do I fix CVE-2020-16879?
To fix CVE-2020-16879, you should apply the latest security updates provided by Microsoft for your affected Windows version.
What are the affected versions for CVE-2020-16879?
CVE-2020-16879 affects multiple versions of Windows 10 and Windows Server, specifically versions 1809, 1903, 1909, and 2004.
What type of vulnerability is CVE-2020-16879?
CVE-2020-16879 is an information disclosure vulnerability related to improper file redirection handling in the Windows Projected Filesystem.
Can CVE-2020-16879 be exploited remotely?
CVE-2020-16879 can potentially be exploited locally by an attacker with access to the system.