Vulnerability identifier: #VU93926
Vulnerability risk: Low
CVSSv3.1: 6.8 [CVSS:3.1/AV:L/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H/E:U/RL:O/RC:C]
CVE-ID:
CWE-ID:
CWE-122
Exploitation vector: Local
Exploit availability: No
Vulnerable software:
Windows
Operating systems & Components /
Operating system
Windows Server
Operating systems & Components /
Operating system
Vendor:
Description
The vulnerability allows a local user to escalate privileges on the system.
The vulnerability exists due to a boundary error in Windows Graphics Component. A local user can run a specially crafted application and gain elevated privileges on the target system.
Mitigation
Install updates from vendor's website.
Vulnerable software versions
External links
http://portal.msrc.microsoft.com/en-US/security-guidance/advisory/CVE-2024-38079
Can this vulnerability be exploited remotely?
No. This vulnerability can be exploited locally. The attacker should have authentication credentials and successfully authenticate on the system.
Is there known malware, which exploits this vulnerability?
No. We are not aware of malware exploiting this vulnerability.