PT-2020-3164

CVE-2020-1359

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Published

2020-07-14

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Updated

2021-07-21

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CVSS 3.1
7.8
High
MetricsAV: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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