CVE-2023-38142

Summary

CVE-2023-38142 is a newly disclosed Windows Kernel vulnerability that could allow an attacker to elevate their privileges. By exploiting this EoP (Elevation of Privilege) flaw, an attacker could gain administrative access to a system, potentially leading to extensive damage. The precise cause of the vulnerability remains undisclosed, but Microsoft has released a security update to mitigate the risk. It is essential for Windows users to apply this patch promptly to protect their systems from potential attacks. Failure to do so could result in unauthorized access, data theft, or system compromise.

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