Advisory Published
Updated

CVE-2020-17095: Windows Hyper-V Remote Code Execution Vulnerability

First published: Wed Dec 09 2020(Updated: )

Windows Hyper-V Remote Code Execution Vulnerability

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Affected SoftwareAffected VersionHow to fix
=20h2
=1607
=1803
=1809
=1903
=1909
=2004
=20h2
=1903
=1909
=2004
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 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-2020-17095?

    CVE-2020-17095 has a critical severity rating due to its potential for remote code execution.

  • How do I fix CVE-2020-17095?

    To fix CVE-2020-17095, install the latest security updates provided by Microsoft for your affected version of Windows or Windows Server.

  • Which versions are affected by CVE-2020-17095?

    CVE-2020-17095 affects specific versions of Windows 10 and Windows Server 2016 and 2019, particularly between versions 1607 and 20H2.

  • What impact does CVE-2020-17095 have on my system?

    Exploitation of CVE-2020-17095 could allow an attacker to execute arbitrary code on the affected system with elevated privileges.

  • Is CVE-2020-17095 exploitable remotely?

    Yes, CVE-2020-17095 can be exploited remotely, making it a significant risk for systems running vulnerable versions.

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