CVE-2020-17030: Windows MSCTF Server Information Disclosure Vulnerability

Published Nov 11, 2020
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Updated

Windows MSCTF Server Information Disclosure Vulnerability

Affected Software

12 affected components
Microsoft Windows 10
Microsoft Windows 10=20h2
Microsoft Windows 10=1803
Microsoft Windows 10=1809
Microsoft Windows 10=1903
Microsoft Windows 10=1909
Microsoft Windows 10=2004
Microsoft Windows Server 2016=20h2
Microsoft Windows Server 2016=1903
Microsoft Windows Server 2016=1909
Microsoft Windows Server 2016=2004
Microsoft Windows Server 2019

Event History

Nov 11, 2020
CVE Published
06:48 AM
Data Sourced
06:48 AM
DescriptionSeverity
Data Sourced
via NVD·07:15 AM
RemedyDescriptionSeverityAffected Software

Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2020-17030?

CVE-2020-17030 has a severity rating of Important.

2

How does CVE-2020-17030 affect Windows systems?

CVE-2020-17030 allows an attacker to gain information about the system through an information disclosure vulnerability.

3

How do I fix CVE-2020-17030?

To fix CVE-2020-17030, you should apply the latest Windows updates provided by Microsoft.

4

Which Windows versions are affected by CVE-2020-17030?

CVE-2020-17030 affects various versions of Windows 10 and Windows Server, including 1803, 1809, 1903, 1909, 2004, and 20H2.

5

Can CVE-2020-17030 be exploited remotely?

CVE-2020-17030 is not a remote code execution vulnerability, but it can be exploited locally to gain sensitive information.

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