Remote code execution in Microsoft Windows Themes
| Risk | High |
| Patch available | YES |
| Number of vulnerabilities | 1 |
| CVE-ID | CVE-2023-38146 |
| CWE-ID | CWE-20 |
| Exploitation vector | Network |
| Public exploit | Vulnerability #1 is being exploited in the wild. |
| Vulnerable software Subscribe |
Windows Operating systems & Components / Operating system |
| Vendor | Microsoft |
Security Bulletin
This security bulletin contains one high risk vulnerability.
1) Input validation error
EUVDB-ID: #VU80712
Risk: High
CVSSv3.1: 8.4 [CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:R/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H/E:H/RL:O/RC:C]
CVE-ID: CVE-2023-38146
CWE-ID:
CWE-20 - Improper input validation
Exploit availability: Yes
DescriptionThe vulnerability allows a remote attacker to execute arbitrary code on the system.
The vulnerability exists due to insufficient validation of user-supplied input in Windows Themes. A remote attacker can trick a victim to open a specially crafted file and execute arbitrary code on the target system.
MitigationInstall updates from vendor's website.
Vulnerable software versionsWindows: 10 - 11 22H2 10.0.22621.521
External linkshttp://portal.msrc.microsoft.com/en-US/security-guidance/advisory/CVE-2023-38146
Q & A
Can this vulnerability be exploited remotely?
Yes. This vulnerability can be exploited by a remote non-authenticated attacker via the Internet.
Is there known malware, which exploits this vulnerability?
Yes. This vulnerability is being exploited in the wild.
