CVE-2020-16914: Windows GDI+ Information Disclosure Vulnerability
<p>An information disclosure vulnerability exists in the way that the Windows Graphics Device Interface Plus (GDI+) handles objects in memory, allowing an attacker to retrieve information from a targeted system. By itself, the information disclosure does not allow arbitrary code execution; however, it could allow arbitrary code to be run if the attacker uses it in combination with another vulnerability.</p> <p>To exploit this vulnerability, an attacker would have to log on to an affected system and run a specially crafted application.</p> <p>The security update addresses the vulnerability by correcting how GDI+ handles memory addresses.</p>
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An information disclosure vulnerability exists in the way that the Windows Graphics Device Interface Plus (GDI+) handles objects in memory, allowing an attacker to retrieve information from a targeted system, aka 'Windows GDI+ Information Disclosure Vulnerability'.
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What is the severity of CVE-2020-16914?
CVE-2020-16914 has a severity rating of important according to Microsoft.
How do I fix CVE-2020-16914?
To fix CVE-2020-16914, apply the latest security updates released by Microsoft for the affected Windows versions.
Which versions of Windows are affected by CVE-2020-16914?
CVE-2020-16914 affects multiple versions of Windows including Windows 7, Windows 10, Windows Server 2008, Windows Server 2012, Windows Server 2016, and Windows Server 2019.
What type of vulnerability is CVE-2020-16914?
CVE-2020-16914 is categorized as an information disclosure vulnerability in the Windows Graphics Device Interface Plus (GDI+).
Can CVE-2020-16914 lead to remote code execution?
No, CVE-2020-16914 does not allow for arbitrary code execution, but it can potentially expose sensitive information from the targeted system.