SB2020090836 - Remote code execution in Microsoft GDI+



SB2020090836 - Remote code execution in Microsoft GDI+

Published: September 8, 2020

Security Bulletin ID SB2020090836
Severity
High
Patch available
YES
Number of vulnerabilities 1
Exploitation vector Remote access
Highest impact Code execution

Breakdown by Severity

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Description

This security bulletin contains information about 1 security vulnerability.


1) Buffer overflow (CVE-ID: CVE-2020-1285)

The vulnerability allows a remote attacker to execute arbitrary code on the target system.

The vulnerability exists due to a boundary error when the Windows Graphics Device Interface (GDI) improperly handles objects in the memory. A remote attacker can trick a victim to open a specially crafted file or visit a malicious website, trigger memory corruption and execute arbitrary code on the target system.

Successful exploitation of this vulnerability may result in complete compromise of vulnerable system.


Remediation

Install update from vendor's website.