CVE-2023-36436
CVSS 3.1 Score 7.8 of 10 (high)
Details
Summary
CVE-2023-36436 is a remote code execution vulnerability affecting the Microsoft MSHTML Platform within Windows. An attacker can exploit this issue by tricking a user into opening a specially crafted malicious file or website. Successful exploitation allows the attacker to execute arbitrary code in the context of the current user. The vulnerability poses a significant risk, as it can be used for various malicious activities, including data theft and system takeover. To mitigate this risk, Microsoft strongly recommends installing the latest security updates as soon as possible.
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