CVE-2020-17095: Windows Hyper-V Remote Code Execution Vulnerability
Published Dec 8, 2020
·Updated
Windows Hyper-V Remote Code Execution Vulnerability
Affected Software
27 affected componentsFixes available
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
Microsoft Windows Server 2016
Microsoft Windows 10=2004
Microsoft Windows 10=1607
Microsoft Windows Server 2016
Microsoft Windows Server=1903
Microsoft Windows Server=2004
Microsoft Windows Server=1909
Microsoft Windows 10=1903
Microsoft Windows Server 2019
Microsoft Windows 10=1909
Microsoft Windows 10=1803
Microsoft Windows 10=1809
Microsoft Windows Server=20H2
Microsoft Windows Server 2019
Remediation
Event History
Dec 8, 2020
CVE Published
via Microsoft·08:00 AM
Data Sourced
via Microsoft·08:00 AM
DescriptionSeverityWeaknessAffected Software
Updated
via Microsoft·08:00 AM
Affected Software
Updated
via Microsoft·08:00 AM
Description
Dec 9, 2020
CVE Published
via MITRE·11:36 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·11:36 PM
DescriptionSeverity
Dec 10, 2020
Data Sourced
via NVD·12:15 AM
RemedyDescriptionSeverityAffected Software
Frequently Asked Questions
1
What is the severity of CVE-2020-17095?
CVE-2020-17095 has a critical severity rating due to its potential for remote code execution.
2
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.
3
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.
4
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.
5
Is CVE-2020-17095 exploitable remotely?
Yes, CVE-2020-17095 can be exploited remotely, making it a significant risk for systems running vulnerable versions.