CVE-2023-35344

CVSS 3.1 Score 6.6 of 10 (medium)

Details

Published Jul 11, 2023
Updated: May 29, 2024
CWE ID 591

Summary

CVE-2023-35344 is a newly disclosed remote code execution vulnerability affecting Microsoft's Windows DNS Server. Attackers can exploit this flaw by sending specially crafted DNS response packets to a target server, resulting in arbitrary code execution on the system. Successful exploitation could allow an attacker to take control of the affected server or gain access to sensitive data. Microsoft recommends applying the available patch as soon as possible to mitigate this risk. This vulnerability highlights the importance of keeping DNS servers and all software up to date to protect against potential threats.

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Affected Products

  • Microsoft Windows Server 2008
  • Microsoft Windows Server 2012
  • Microsoft Windows Server 2016
  • Windows Server 2022
  • Microsoft Windows Server 2019

Affected Vendors

  • Microsoft