CVE-2020-16958: Windows Backup Engine Elevation of Privilege Vulnerability
First published: Wed Dec 09 2020(Updated: )
Windows Backup Engine Elevation of Privilege Vulnerability This CVE ID is unique from CVE-2020-16959, CVE-2020-16960, CVE-2020-16961, CVE-2020-16962, CVE-2020-16963, CVE-2020-16964.
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| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Microsoft Windows 10 | ||
| Microsoft Windows 10 | =20h2 | |
| Microsoft Windows 10 | =1607 | |
| 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 Server 2008 x64 | =r2-sp1 | |
| Microsoft Windows Server 2016 | ||
| Microsoft Windows Server 2016 | =20h2 | |
| 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-2020-16958?
CVE-2020-16958 has a severity rating of Important according to Microsoft, indicating it can lead to elevation of privileges.
How do I fix CVE-2020-16958?
To fix CVE-2020-16958, it is recommended to apply the latest security updates provided by Microsoft for the affected operating systems.
What does CVE-2020-16958 affect?
CVE-2020-16958 affects various versions of Microsoft Windows, including Windows 7, Windows 10, and Windows Server 2016 and 2019.
What is the impact of CVE-2020-16958?
The impact of CVE-2020-16958 allows an attacker to elevate privileges and potentially gain control over the affected system.
Can CVE-2020-16958 be exploited remotely?
CVE-2020-16958 requires local access to the system, meaning it cannot be exploited remotely.
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