CVE-2020-16915: Microsoft Windows Media Player HEVC Stream Parsing Out-Of-Bounds Write Remote Code Execution Vulnerability
First published: Fri Oct 16 2020(Updated: )
<p>A memory corruption vulnerability exists when Windows Media Foundation improperly handles objects in memory. An attacker who successfully exploited the vulnerability could install programs; view, change, or delete data; or create new accounts with full user rights.</p> <p>There are multiple ways an attacker could exploit the vulnerability, such as by convincing a user to open a specially crafted document, or by convincing a user to visit a malicious webpage.</p> <p>The security update addresses the vulnerability by correcting how Windows Media Foundation handles objects in memory.</p>
Credit: secure@microsoft.com
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| 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 Server 2016 | ||
| 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-2020-16915?
CVE-2020-16915 is classified as a critical memory corruption vulnerability in Windows Media Foundation.
How do I fix CVE-2020-16915?
To fix CVE-2020-16915, you should apply the latest security updates provided by Microsoft for the affected Windows versions.
What software is affected by CVE-2020-16915?
CVE-2020-16915 affects several versions of Microsoft Windows 10 and Windows Server, including version 1607 through 2004.
What could an attacker achieve by exploiting CVE-2020-16915?
An attacker exploiting CVE-2020-16915 could install programs, view, change, or delete data, or create new accounts with full user rights.
Is CVE-2020-16915 publicly known?
Yes, CVE-2020-16915 is a publicly disclosed vulnerability that has detailed advisory information available.
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