CVE-2020-16897: NetBT Information Disclosure Vulnerability
<p>An information disclosure vulnerability exists when NetBIOS over TCP (NBT) Extensions (NetBT) improperly handle objects in memory. An attacker who successfully exploited this vulnerability could obtain information to further compromise the user’s system.</p> <p>To exploit this vulnerability, an attacker would have run a specially crafted application. The vulnerability would not allow an attacker to execute code or to elevate user rights directly, but it could be used to obtain information that could be used to try to further compromise the affected system.</p> <p>The update addresses the vulnerability by correcting how a NetBT handles objects in memory.</p>
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An information disclosure vulnerability exists when NetBIOS over TCP (NBT) Extensions (NetBT) improperly handle objects in memory, aka 'NetBT Information Disclosure Vulnerability'.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2020-16897?
The severity of CVE-2020-16897 is rated as important.
How do I fix CVE-2020-16897?
To fix CVE-2020-16897, you should apply the security updates provided by Microsoft.
What systems are affected by CVE-2020-16897?
CVE-2020-16897 affects multiple versions of Microsoft Windows, including Windows 7, Windows 8.1, Windows 10, and Windows Server versions.
What type of vulnerability is CVE-2020-16897?
CVE-2020-16897 is classified as an information disclosure vulnerability.
Can CVE-2020-16897 be exploited remotely?
Yes, CVE-2020-16897 can potentially be exploited remotely if the NetBIOS over TCP service is vulnerable.