What is the severity of CVE-2020-17022?

CVE-2020-17022 has a critical severity rating due to its potential for remote code execution.

How do I fix CVE-2020-17022?

To mitigate CVE-2020-17022, ensure that your Microsoft Windows 10 operating system is updated to the latest version with security patches.

What versions of Windows are affected by CVE-2020-17022?

CVE-2020-17022 affects Microsoft Windows 10 versions 1709, 1803, 1809, 1903, 1909, and 2004.

Can CVE-2020-17022 be exploited remotely?

Yes, CVE-2020-17022 can be exploited remotely, allowing an attacker to execute arbitrary code.

What are the consequences of an exploit of CVE-2020-17022?

Exploitation of CVE-2020-17022 can lead to unauthorized access and control over the affected system.

Vulnerability/
CVE-2020-17022

high

7.8

16/10/2020

4/8/2024

CVE-2020-17022: Microsoft Windows Codecs Library Remote Code Execution Vulnerability

First published: Fri Oct 16 2020(Updated: )

A remote code execution vulnerability exists in the way that Microsoft Windows Codecs Library handles objects in memory. An attacker who successfully exploited the vulnerability could execute arbitrary code. Exploitation of the vulnerability requires that a program process a specially crafted image file. The update addresses the vulnerability by correcting how Microsoft Windows Codecs Library handles objects in memory.

Credit: secure@microsoft.com

Affected Software	Affected Version	How to fix
Windows 10	=1709
Windows 10	=1803
Windows 10	=1809
Windows 10	=1903
Windows 10	=1909
Windows 10	=2004

Remedy

https://portal.msrc.microsoft.com/en-US/security-guidance/advisory/CVE-2020-17022

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Reference Links

https://portal.msrc.microsoft.com/en-US/security-guidance/advisory/CVE-2020-17022

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2020-17022?
CVE-2020-17022 has a critical severity rating due to its potential for remote code execution.
How do I fix CVE-2020-17022?
To mitigate CVE-2020-17022, ensure that your Microsoft Windows 10 operating system is updated to the latest version with security patches.
What versions of Windows are affected by CVE-2020-17022?
CVE-2020-17022 affects Microsoft Windows 10 versions 1709, 1803, 1809, 1903, 1909, and 2004.
Can CVE-2020-17022 be exploited remotely?
Yes, CVE-2020-17022 can be exploited remotely, allowing an attacker to execute arbitrary code.
What are the consequences of an exploit of CVE-2020-17022?
Exploitation of CVE-2020-17022 can lead to unauthorized access and control over the affected system.

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