CVE-2023-29371

Summary

CVE-2023-29371 is a newly disclosed Windows GDI (Graphics Device Interface) vulnerability that allows an attacker to gain elevated privileges on a system. This issue arises due to a misconfiguration in the way the GDI handles certain types of graphic data, leading to unintended code execution. An attacker can exploit this weakness by persuading a user to open a specially crafted file or visit a malicious website. Once successful, the attacker can escalate their privileges to gain administrative control, potentially facilitating more destructive actions within the compromised network. Microsoft has released a security update to address this vulnerability, and users are strongly advised to install it as soon as possible to protect against potential attacks.

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