CVE-2020-17056: Windows Network File System Information Disclosure Vulnerability
Published Nov 11, 2020
·Updated
Windows Network File System Information Disclosure Vulnerability
Affected Software
18 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 8.1
Microsoft Windows RT 8.1
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
Frequently Asked Questions
1
What is the severity of CVE-2020-17056?
CVE-2020-17056 has a severity rating of Medium according to Microsoft.
2
How do I fix CVE-2020-17056?
To fix CVE-2020-17056, apply the latest security updates provided by Microsoft for your affected Windows version.
3
Which versions of Windows are affected by CVE-2020-17056?
CVE-2020-17056 affects multiple versions of Windows, including Windows 10, Windows 8.1, and Windows Server editions.
4
What type of vulnerability is CVE-2020-17056?
CVE-2020-17056 is classified as an Information Disclosure vulnerability.
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What happens if CVE-2020-17056 is exploited?
If exploited, CVE-2020-17056 may allow an attacker to gain access to sensitive information from the system.