CVE-2020-1528 : Security Advisory and Response

Windows Radio Manager API Elevation of Privilege Vulnerability was published on August 17, 2020 by Microsoft, affecting various Windows versions including Windows 10 and Windows Server.

Understanding CVE-2020-1528

What is CVE-2020-1528?

An elevation of privilege vulnerability due to the improper handling of memory by the Windows Radio Manager API. Attackers could exploit this by running specially crafted applications on the system to elevate privileges.

The Impact of CVE-2020-1528

This vulnerability has a HIGH severity level with a CVSS base score of 7.8, allowing attackers to potentially execute arbitrary code with elevated privileges on the affected systems.

Technical Details of CVE-2020-1528

Vulnerability Description

An elevation of privilege vulnerability arising from improper memory handling in the Windows Radio Manager API.
Attackers with initial execution on the system could exploit this vulnerability by running malicious applications.

Affected Systems and Versions

Windows 10 Version 2004, 1803, 1809, 1903, 1909
Windows Server 2019, 2019 (Server Core installation), version 1903, 1909

Exploitation Mechanism

Attackers need to execute malicious applications on targeted systems to elevate privileges, exploiting the Windows Radio Manager API's memory handling vulnerability.

Mitigation and Prevention

Immediate Steps to Take

Apply the security update provided by Microsoft to address the vulnerability in the Windows Radio Manager API.
Monitor for any suspicious activities on the system that might indicate exploitation of the vulnerability.

Long-Term Security Practices

Maintain regular updates and patches for the Windows operating system to prevent exploitation of known vulnerabilities.

Patching and Updates

Regularly check for and install security updates from Microsoft to protect against potential security threats.