CVE-2020-16938

Windows Kernel Information Disclosure Vulnerability

Description

<p>An information disclosure vulnerability exists when the Windows kernel improperly handles objects in memory. An attacker who successfully exploited this vulnerability could obtain information to further compromise the user’s system.</p> <p>To exploit this vulnerability, an attacker would have to log on to an affected system and run a specially crafted application. The vulnerability would not allow an attacker to execute code or to elevate user rights directly, but it could be used to obtain information that could be used to try to further compromise the affected system.</p> <p>The update addresses the vulnerability by correcting how the Windows kernel handles objects in memory.</p>

5.5
CVSS
Severity: Medium
CVSS 3.1 •
CVSS 2.0 •
EPSS 10.63% Top 10%
Vendor Advisory microsoft.com
Affected: Microsoft Windows 10 Version 2004
Affected: Microsoft Windows Server version 2004
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2020-16938?
CVE-2020-16938 has been scored as a medium severity vulnerability.
How to fix CVE-2020-16938?
To fix CVE-2020-16938, 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-2020-16938 being actively exploited in the wild?
It is possible that CVE-2020-16938 is being exploited or will be exploited in a near future based on public information. According to its EPSS score, there is a ~11% probability that this vulnerability will be exploited by malicious actors in the next 30 days.
What software or system is affected by CVE-2020-16938?
CVE-2020-16938 affects Microsoft Windows 10 Version 2004, Microsoft Windows Server version 2004.
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