How serious is CVE-2020-1489?

This vulnerability has a CVSS score of 7.8 out of 10, classified as HIGH severity. Proof-of-concept exploit code is publicly available, making this an active threat.

Is there exploit code available for CVE-2020-1489?

Yes, proof-of-concept exploit code for CVE-2020-1489 is publicly available on GitHub and security research platforms. This increases the risk of active exploitation.

Which products are affected by CVE-2020-1489?

CVE-2020-1489 affects microsoft windows 10. Check the full CVE details for specific version information.

How do I fix CVE-2020-1489?

To remediate CVE-2020-1489, check for security patches from microsoft. Apply all available updates and security patches. If no patch is available, implement recommended workarounds or security controls to mitigate the risk.

CVE-2020-1489

High

|7.8

Exploit Available

Plain English Summary

AI-powered analysis for quick understanding

This vulnerability allows an attacker to gain higher-level access on a Windows 10 system, potentially letting them take control of the machine. However, the attacker must first run a malicious application on the victim's system to exploit this weakness.

Technical Description

An elevation of privilege vulnerability exists when the Windows CSC Service improperly handles memory. To exploit this vulnerability, an attacker would first have to gain execution on the victim system. An attacker could then run a specially crafted application to elevate privileges. The security update addresses the vulnerability by correcting how the Windows CSC Service handles memory.

CVSS Vector Analysis

Attack VectorLocal

Attack ComplexityLow

Privileges RequiredLow

User InteractionNone

Confidentiality ImpactHigh

Integrity ImpactHigh

Availability ImpactHigh

ScopeUnchanged

Vector String

CVSS:3.1/AV:L/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H

Exploit Resources

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Official References

NIST NVD

Est. Bounty

$2,684($1K-$5K)

Vendor Response

Grade FPatched in 2015 days

Quick Information

Published

Aug 17, 2020

over 5 years ago

Last Modified

Feb 23, 2026

about 1 month ago

Vendor

microsoft

Product

windows 10

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