CVE-2020-17045: Windows KernelStream Information Disclosure Vulnerability
Published Nov 11, 2020
·Updated
Windows KernelStream Information Disclosure Vulnerability
Affected Software
21 affected components
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 8.1
Microsoft Windows RT 8.1
Microsoft Windows Server 2008=sp2
Microsoft Windows Server 2008=r2-sp1
Microsoft Windows Server 2012
Microsoft Windows Server 2012=r2
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
Remediation
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-2020-17045?
CVE-2020-17045 has a severity rating of Important, indicating a significant security concern that requires attention.
2
How do I fix CVE-2020-17045?
To address CVE-2020-17045, it is recommended to apply the appropriate security updates provided by Microsoft for the affected Windows versions.
3
Which software versions are affected by CVE-2020-17045?
CVE-2020-17045 affects various versions of Microsoft Windows including Windows 10, Windows 7, Windows 8.1, and different Windows Server editions.
4
What type of vulnerability is CVE-2020-17045?
CVE-2020-17045 is classified as a Windows Kernel Stream Information Disclosure Vulnerability.
5
Can CVE-2020-17045 lead to exploitation?
While CVE-2020-17045 is primarily an information disclosure vulnerability, it could potentially be leveraged in conjunction with other vulnerabilities for exploitation.