CVE-2024-38063

CVSS 3.1 Score 9.8 of 10 (high)

Details

Published Aug 13, 2024
Updated: Aug 16, 2024
CWE ID 191

Summary

CVE-2024-38063 is a newly disclosed remote code execution vulnerability affecting Windows TCP/IP. Attackers can exploit this vulnerability by sending specially crafted packets to a targeted system, potentially gaining control over it. Successful exploitation could result in the installation of unauthorized software, theft of sensitive information, or other malicious activities. This issue poses a significant risk to organizations and individuals running Windows networks and is advised to be addressed as soon as possible. Microsoft has released a patch to mitigate this vulnerability and it is strongly recommended to apply it promptly.

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Affected Products

  • Microsoft Windows
  • Microsoft Windows 11
  • Microsoft Windows Server 2008

Affected Vendors

  • Microsoft