CVE-2024-21434
CVSS 3.1 Score 7.8 of 10 (high)
Details
Summary
CVE-2024-21434 is a newly-discovered vulnerability affecting Microsoft Windows. This issue involves a SCSI (Small Computer System Interface) Class System File, which contains an elevation of privilege vulnerability. An attacker who successfully exploits this flaw could gain administrative access to an affected system, allowing them to install programs, modify data, or create new accounts with full user rights. The exact cause of the vulnerability is not yet clear, but Microsoft recommends users install the latest security patches to protect against potential exploitation. This vulnerability highlights the importance of keeping software up-to-date to maintain strong cybersecurity defenses.
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Affected Products
- Microsoft Windows 10
- Microsoft Windows 11
Affected Vendors
- Microsoft
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