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Vulnerability DatabaseCVE-2020-1179
CVE-2020-1179:
vulnerability analysis and mitigation
Overview
An information disclosure vulnerability exists when the Windows GDI component improperly discloses the contents of its memory, known as 'Windows GDI Information Disclosure Vulnerability'. This vulnerability is tracked as CVE-2020-1179 and is distinct from related vulnerabilities CVE-2020-0963, CVE-2020-1141, and CVE-2020-1145 (MITRE CVE).
Technical details
The vulnerability exists in the Windows Graphics Device Interface (GDI) component and occurs when it improperly handles and discloses the contents of its memory. This could potentially allow attackers to access sensitive information from the affected system (NVD).
Impact
The vulnerability could allow an attacker to retrieve sensitive information from a targeted system's memory through the Windows GDI component (MITRE CVE).
Mitigation and workarounds
Microsoft has released security updates to address this vulnerability. Users should apply the appropriate patches through Windows Update (Microsoft Advisory).
Additional resources
Source: This report was generated using AI
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