CVE-2023-36729

CVSS 3.1 Score 7.8 of 10 (high)

Details

Published Oct 10, 2023
Updated: May 29, 2024
CWE ID 121

Summary

CVE-2023-36729 is a newly discovered vulnerability affecting the Named Pipe File System component. This issue grants attackers local elevation of privilege, allowing them to escalate their access to higher levels of system control. An attacker can exploit this flaw by manipulating named pipes, potentially installing malware or executing arbitrary commands with elevated permissions. This vulnerability poses a significant risk and requires immediate mitigation efforts to prevent potential attacks.

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