MS.Windows.SMB.SmbCompressionDecompress.DoS

Description

This indicates an attack attempt to exploit a Denial of Service vulnerability in SMB driver.
The vulnerability is due to an error when the vulnerable software handles a maliciously crafted SMB response. A remote attacker may be able to exploit this to cause a denial of service condition on the affected system.

Affected Products

Windows 10 Version 2004 for x64-based Systems
Windows Server, version 2004 (Server Core installation)
Windows 10 Version 2004 for ARM64-based Systems
Windows 10 Version 2004 for 32-bit Systems

Impact

Denial of Service: Remote attackers can crash vulnerable systems.

Recommended Actions

Apply the most recent upgrade or patch from the vendor.
https://portal.msrc.microsoft.com/en-US/security-guidance/advisory/CVE-2020-1284

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