Vulnerability identifier: #VU93925
Vulnerability risk: High
CVSSv3.1: 7.7 [CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:R/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H/E:U/RL:O/RC:C]
CVE-ID:
CWE-ID:
CWE-122
Exploitation vector: Network
Exploit availability: No
Vulnerable software:
Windows
Operating systems & Components /
Operating system
Windows Server
Operating systems & Components /
Operating system
Vendor:
Description
The vulnerability allows a remote attacker to execute arbitrary code on the target system.
The vulnerability exists due to a boundary error in Windows Graphics Component. A remote attacker can pass trick a victim to open a specially crafted file, trigger a heap-based buffer overflow and execute arbitrary code on the target system.
Successful exploitation of this vulnerability may result in complete compromise of vulnerable system.
Mitigation
Install updates from vendor's website.
Vulnerable software versions
External links
http://portal.msrc.microsoft.com/en-US/security-guidance/advisory/CVE-2024-38051
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?
No. We are not aware of malware exploiting this vulnerability.