CVE-2020-1208 is a vulnerability in Microsoft Windows that was discovered in February 2020. The flaw is rooted in the Windows Common Log File System (CLFS) driver and affects all versions of Windows from Windows 7 to Windows Server 2019. The vulnerability could allow an attacker to escalate their privileges on an affected system, potentially gaining full control over it.
The vulnerability was discovered by researchers at Kaspersky Lab who reported it to Microsoft. In May 2020, Microsoft released a patch to fix the vulnerability as part of its monthly “Patch Tuesday” updates. The vulnerability was rated as “important” by Microsoft, meaning that it had the potential to compromise the confidentiality, integrity, or availability of user data or systems.
If left unpatched, CVE-2020-1208 could have allowed attackers to gain complete control over affected systems, potentially stealing sensitive data or installing malware. It is recommended that all users of affected Windows systems update their software as soon as possible to ensure they are protected against this vulnerability. Additionally, organizations should regularly review and update their security protocols to ensure they are prepared for any future vulnerabilities that may be discovered.