CVE-2023-36726

CVSS 3.1 Score 7.8 of 10 (high)

Details

Published Oct 10, 2023
Updated: May 29, 2024
CWE ID 416

Summary

CVE-2023-36726 is a newly identified vulnerability affecting the Windows Internet Key Exchange (IKE) Extension. This issue allows an attacker to gain elevated privileges on a targeted system through a specially crafted message during the IKE handshake process. Exploitation of this vulnerability could result in significant damage, including the ability to install malware, steal sensitive data, or take control of the affected system. Microsoft has released a security update to address this issue, and it is strongly recommended that all Windows users install it as soon as possible to protect against potential attacks.

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