CVE-2024-20671

Summary

CVE-2024-20671 is a newly disclosed vulnerability affecting Microsoft Defender, a popular security software. The issue allows an attacker to bypass the security feature, potentially compromising the system and leading to unauthorized access. This bypass can occur due to a misconfiguration in Microsoft Defender's settings. An attacker can exploit this vulnerability by crafting a specially designed file or URL, which, when opened, can evade detection and gain a foothold in the system. The full extent of the impact is still under investigation, but it is recommended that users apply the latest patches and updates to their Microsoft Defender software to mitigate this risk.

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