CVE-2024-26177

CVSS 3.1 Score 5.5 of 10 (medium)

Details

Published Mar 12, 2024
Updated: Apr 11, 2024
CWE ID 200

Summary

CVE-2024-26177 is a newly disclosed Windows Kernel vulnerability. This issue permits an attacker to gain unauthorized access to sensitive information through a specially crafted application. By manipulating the system calls, the attacker can successfully induce the kernel to disclose data it shouldn't. This information disclosure can potentially lead to further exploitation, compromising the system's security. Microsoft is currently working on a patch to address this vulnerability. Users are strongly encouraged to apply the update once it becomes available to mitigate the risk.

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Affected Products

  • Microsoft Windows 10
  • Microsoft Windows 11

Affected Vendors

  • Microsoft