SB2024021334 - Security restrictions bypass in Microsoft Windows SmartScreen
Published: February 13, 2024
Security Bulletin ID
SB2024021334
Severity
Critical
Patch available
YES
Number of vulnerabilities
1
Exploitation vector
Remote access
Highest impact
Data manipulation
Breakdown by Severity
- Low
- Medium
- High
- Critical
Description
This security bulletin contains information about 1 security vulnerability.
1) Security features bypass (CVE-ID: CVE-2024-21351)
The vulnerability allows a remote attacker to bypass implemented security restrictions.
The vulnerability exists due to improper input validation when handling files downloaded from the Internet. A remote attacker can bypass the SmartScreen protection feature and trick the victim into launching a malicious files on the system.
Note, the vulnerability is being actively exploited in the wild.
Remediation
Install update from vendor's website.