PT-2020-3164
CVE-2020-1359
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Published
2020-07-14
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Updated
2021-07-21
Description by
CVSS 3.1
7.8
HighMetricsAV:L/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H
Name of the Vulnerable Software and Affected Versions
Windows Cryptography Next Generation (CNG) (affected versions not specified)
Description
The issue exists due to improper handling of memory objects by the Windows Cryptography Next Generation (CNG) service, which can allow an attacker to elevate their privileges using a specially crafted application. This can affect the system, potentially leading to an elevation of privilege.
Recommendations
At the moment, there is no information about a newer version that contains a fix for this vulnerability.
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