CVE-2024-26174

Summary

CVE-2024-26174 is a newly disclosed vulnerability affecting the Windows Kernel. This information disclosure issue permits an attacker to gain unauthorized access to sensitive data residing in the kernel memory. Exploitation could lead to the exposure of kernel structures and details, posing a potential risk to system stability and security. Microsoft is currently working on a patch to address this vulnerability, and users are advised to apply it as soon as it becomes available. In the meantime, implementing network segmentation and access control measures can help mitigate potential risks.

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