CVE-2023-36004

Summary

CVE-2023-36004 is a newly disclosed vulnerability affecting Microsoft's Data Protection Application Programming Interface (DPAPI) in Windows. This spoofing vulnerability allows an attacker to bypass the security measures intended to protect user credentials and other sensitive data stored in the Windows Data Protection API. By tricking the system into loading a maliciously crafted DLL file, an adversary can gain unauthorized access to this data, potentially leading to serious privacy breaches and unauthorized system access. The vulnerability can be exploited locally or remotely, making it a significant threat to organizations and individuals using vulnerable Windows systems. Microsoft has released a patch to address this issue, and it is strongly advised that users apply the update as soon as possible to protect against potential attacks.

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