CVE-2020-17162: Microsoft Windows Security Feature Bypass Vulnerability
First published: Thu Feb 25 2021(Updated: )
Microsoft Windows Security Feature Bypass Vulnerability
Credit: secure@microsoft.com secure@microsoft.com
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| =1607 | ||
| =1803 | ||
| =1809 | ||
| =1903 | ||
| =1909 | ||
| =2004 | ||
| =r2 | ||
| =1903 | ||
| =1909 | ||
| =2004 | ||
| Microsoft Windows 10 | ||
| 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 | =1903 | |
| Microsoft Windows Server 2016 | =1909 | |
| Microsoft Windows Server 2016 | =2004 | |
| Microsoft Windows Server 2019 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2020-17162?
CVE-2020-17162 is a Microsoft Windows Security Feature Bypass Vulnerability.
Which versions of Microsoft Windows are affected by CVE-2020-17162?
Microsoft Windows 10 (including versions 1607, 1803, 1809, 1903, 1909, and 2004), Windows 8.1, Windows RT 8.1, Windows Server 2012 (including version R2), Windows Server 2016 (including versions 1903, 1909, and 2004), and Windows Server 2019 are affected by CVE-2020-17162.
What is the severity rating of CVE-2020-17162?
CVE-2020-17162 has a severity rating of 8.8, which is considered high.
How can I fix CVE-2020-17162?
To fix CVE-2020-17162, apply the latest security updates provided by Microsoft for your specific operating system version.
Where can I find more information about CVE-2020-17162?
You can find more information about CVE-2020-17162 on the Microsoft Security Response Center website.
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