CVE-2020-0808 : Security Advisory and Response

Windows Provisioning Runtime Elevation of Privilege Vulnerability

Understanding CVE-2020-0808

What is CVE-2020-0808?

An elevation of privilege vulnerability exists in the way the Provisioning Runtime validates certain file operations.

The Impact of CVE-2020-0808

This vulnerability could allow an attacker to elevate privileges on the affected system, potentially leading to unauthorized actions.

Technical Details of CVE-2020-0808

Vulnerability Description

The vulnerability is known as 'Provisioning Runtime Elevation of Privilege Vulnerability.'

Affected Systems and Versions

The following products and versions are affected:

Windows 10 Version 1803, 1809, and 1709 for 32-bit, x64-based, and ARM64-based Systems
Windows Server versions 1803, 2019, and 2019 (Core installation)
Windows 10 Version 1909 and 1903 for 32-bit, x64-based, and ARM64-based Systems
Windows Server version 1909 (Server Core installation)

Exploitation Mechanism

The vulnerability can be exploited through specific file operations that are not properly validated by the Provisioning Runtime.

Mitigation and Prevention

Immediate Steps to Take

Apply the latest security updates provided by Microsoft.
Monitor system logs for any suspicious behavior.

Long-Term Security Practices

Implement the principle of least privilege to restrict user permissions.
Regularly conduct security assessments and audits.

Patching and Updates

Ensure all systems are updated with the latest security patches to mitigate the vulnerability.