CVE-2020-0760 is a vulnerability that affects Microsoft Windows. It is caused by a flaw in the way that Windows handles objects in memory. Attackers can exploit this vulnerability to execute arbitrary code on a victim's machine, which could lead to data theft, system compromise, or other malicious activities. The vulnerability was first reported by researchers from the Chinese company Qihoo 360.
The vulnerability exists in Microsoft's Internet Explorer (IE) scripting engine, which is responsible for executing JavaScript code on web pages. The flaw allows attackers to craft a specially-crafted web page that, when viewed with IE, can trigger the execution of arbitrary code on the victim's machine. This type of attack is known as a drive-by download, as it does not require any action on the part of the victim beyond visiting a malicious website.
Microsoft released a patch for CVE-2020-0760 as part of its April 2020 security updates. However, given the severity of the vulnerability and the wide range of systems affected, it is important for users and organizations to ensure that their systems are up-to-date with the latest patches and security updates. Additionally, users should exercise caution when visiting unfamiliar websites, and consider using alternative browsers such as Google Chrome or Mozilla Firefox to minimize their exposure to this and other vulnerabilities.