CVE-2023-36438

CVSS 3.1 Score 7.5 of 10 (high)

Details

Published Oct 10, 2023
Updated: Oct 13, 2023

Summary

CVE-2023-36438 is a newly disclosed Windows TCP/IP information disclosure vulnerability. Maliciously crafted packets can trigger this issue, leading to the exposure of sensitive information. This vulnerability may enable an attacker to map out active systems on a targeted network, increasing the risk of further intrusion. Microsoft has released a patch to address this issue, and administrators are advised to apply it as soon as possible to mitigate potential attacks. Unpatched systems remain at risk, potentially providing an attacker with valuable network information.

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