CVE-2020-16964: 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-2020-16958, CVE-2020-16959, CVE-2020-16960, CVE-2020-16961, CVE-2020-16962, CVE-2020-16963.
Credit: secure@microsoft.com
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Windows 10 | ||
| Windows 10 | =20h2 | |
| Windows 10 | =1607 | |
| Windows 10 | =1803 | |
| Windows 10 | =1809 | |
| Windows 10 | =1903 | |
| Windows 10 | =1909 | |
| Windows 10 | =2004 | |
| Microsoft Windows 7 | =sp1 | |
| Microsoft Windows Server 2008 | =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-2020-16964?
CVE-2020-16964 has a severity rating of 'Important' according to Microsoft's security guidelines.
How do I fix CVE-2020-16964?
To fix CVE-2020-16964, users should apply the latest security updates provided by Microsoft for their affected Windows version.
What are the affected systems for CVE-2020-16964?
CVE-2020-16964 affects multiple Windows versions including Windows 10, Windows 7, and Windows Server versions.
What type of vulnerability is CVE-2020-16964?
CVE-2020-16964 is classified as an Elevation of Privilege vulnerability.
Can CVE-2020-16964 be exploited remotely?
CVE-2020-16964 requires local access to exploit due to its nature as an elevation of privilege vulnerability.
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