CVE-2019-0733 : Security Advisory and Response

Windows Defender Application Control (WDAC) vulnerability allows security feature bypass.

Understanding CVE-2019-0733

What is CVE-2019-0733?

A vulnerability in Windows Defender Application Control (WDAC) enables attackers to bypass its enforcement, resulting in a security feature bypass.

The Impact of CVE-2019-0733

This vulnerability poses a risk of security feature bypass, potentially compromising system integrity.

Technical Details of CVE-2019-0733

Vulnerability Description

The flaw in Windows Defender Application Control (WDAC) allows attackers to bypass its enforcement, leading to a security feature bypass.

Affected Systems and Versions

Windows 10 for 32-bit Systems, x64-based Systems
Windows 10 Version 1607, 1703, 1709, 1803, 1809 for various architectures
Windows Server 2016, 2016 (Core installation), 1803 (Core Installation), 2019, 2019 (Core installation)
Windows 10 Version 1903 for different architectures

Exploitation Mechanism

Attackers can exploit this vulnerability to bypass Windows Defender Application Control (WDAC) enforcement, potentially compromising system security.

Mitigation and Prevention

Immediate Steps to Take

Apply security updates provided by Microsoft promptly.
Implement additional security measures to mitigate the risk of bypassing WDAC.

Long-Term Security Practices

Regularly update and patch systems to address security vulnerabilities.
Employ defense-in-depth strategies to enhance overall system security.

Patching and Updates

Ensure all affected systems are updated with the latest security patches to mitigate the risk of security feature bypass.