SB2024081419 - Improper Encoding or Escaping of Output in Microsoft Windows App Installer
Published: August 14, 2024
Security Bulletin ID
SB2024081419
Severity
High
Patch available
YES
Number of vulnerabilities
1
Exploitation vector
Remote access
Highest impact
Code execution
Breakdown by Severity
- Low
- Medium
- High
- Critical
Description
This security bulletin contains information about 1 security vulnerability.
1) Improper Encoding or Escaping of Output (CVE-ID: CVE-2024-38177)
The vulnerability allows a remote attacker to compromise the target system.
The vulnerability exists due to improper encoding or escaping of output in Windows App Installer. A remote attacker can trick a victim to call Windows App Installer with a specially crafted winget file and perform a spoofing attack.
Remediation
Install update from vendor's website.