SOURCE FACT
Microsoft · Windows
Microsoft Windows DNS Servers fail to properly handle requests, allowing an attacker to perform remote code execution in the context of the Local System Account. The vulnerability is also known under the moniker of SIGRed.
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CISA notes
Reference CISA's ED 20-03 (https://www.cisa.gov/news-events/directives/ed-20-03-mitigate-windows-dns-server-remote-code-execution-vulnerability-july-2020-patch-tuesday) for further guidance and requirements. Note: The due date for addressing this vulnerability aligns with the requirements outlined in ED 20-03. https://nvd.nist.gov/vuln/detail/CVE-2020-1350
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