Remote Code Execution Vulnerability in Microsoft DirectWrite
CVE-2020-1409

7.8HIGH

Key Information:

Vendor

Microsoft
Status
Windows
Windows Server
Windows 10 Version 1909 For 32-bit Systems
Windows 10 Version 1909 For X64-based Systems
Vendor
CVE Published:
14 July 2020

What is CVE-2020-1409?

A remote code execution vulnerability is present in Microsoft DirectWrite, arising from improper handling of objects in memory. This flaw could allow an attacker to execute arbitrary code on a vulnerable system, potentially leading to unauthorized access, data theft, or system compromise. Users are advised to implement security patches promptly to mitigate these risks.

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Affected Version(s)

Microsoft Office 2019 for Mac

Microsoft Office 2016 for Mac

Windows 10 Version 1803 for 32-bit Systems

References

https://portal.msrc.microsoft.com/en-US/security-guidance...
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EPSS Score

42% chance of being exploited in the next 30 days.

CVSS V3.1

Score:
7.8
Severity:
HIGH
Confidentiality:
High
Integrity:
High
Availability:
High
Attack Vector:
Local
Attack Complexity:
Low
Privileges Required:
None
User Interaction:
Required
Scope:
Unchanged

Timeline

  • Vulnerability published

  • Vulnerability Reserved

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