CVE-2020-1350

Known Exploited

Description

A remote code execution vulnerability exists in Windows Domain Name System servers when they fail to properly handle requests, aka 'Windows DNS Server Remote Code Execution Vulnerability'.

Category

10.0
CVSS
Severity: Critical
CVSS 3.1 •
CVSS 2.0 •
EPSS 93.58% Top 5%
KEV Since 
Vendor Advisory microsoft.com
Affected: Microsoft Windows Server
Affected: Microsoft Windows Server, version 1909 (Server Core installation)
Affected: Microsoft Windows Server, version 1903 (Server Core installation)
Affected: Microsoft Windows Server, version 2004 (Server Core installation)
Published at:
Updated at:

References

Link Tags
https://portal.msrc.microsoft.com/en-US/security-guidance/advisory/CVE-2020-1350 patch vendor advisory
http://packetstormsecurity.com/files/158484/SIGRed-Windows-DNS-Denial-Of-Service.html third party advisory vdb entry

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2020-1350?
CVE-2020-1350 has been scored as a critical severity vulnerability.
How to fix CVE-2020-1350?
To fix CVE-2020-1350, make sure you are using an up-to-date version of the affected component(s) by checking the vendor release notes. As for now, there are no other specific guidelines available.
Is CVE-2020-1350 being actively exploited in the wild?
It is confirmed that CVE-2020-1350 is actively exploited. Be extra cautious if you are using vulnerable components. According to its EPSS score, there is a ~94% probability that this vulnerability will be exploited by malicious actors in the next 30 days.
What software or system is affected by CVE-2020-1350?
CVE-2020-1350 affects Microsoft Windows Server, Microsoft Windows Server, version 1909 (Server Core installation), Microsoft Windows Server, version 1903 (Server Core installation), Microsoft Windows Server, version 2004 (Server Core installation).
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