Windows Kernel Elevation of Privilege Vulnerability
CVE-2024-20698
Key Information:
- Vendor
Microsoft
- Status
- Vendor
- CVE Published:
- 9 January 2024
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What is CVE-2024-20698?
A vulnerability exists within the Windows Kernel that allows an authenticated attacker to elevate their privileges on affected installations of the Windows Operating System. Successful exploitation of this vulnerability could allow the attacker to run arbitrary code in the context of the Kernel, leading to broader system control. This could facilitate the installation of malicious programs, the viewing, changing, or deletion of data, or the creation of new accounts with full user rights. Regular updates and security patches from Microsoft are essential to mitigate the risks associated with this vulnerability.
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Affected Version(s)
Windows 10 Version 1809 32-bit Systems 10.0.17763.0 < 10.0.17763.5329
Windows 10 Version 1809 ARM64-based Systems 10.0.0 < 10.0.17763.5329
Windows 10 Version 21H2 32-bit Systems 10.0.19043.0 < 10.0.19044.3930
Exploit Proof of Concept (PoC)
PoC code is written by security researchers to demonstrate the vulnerability can be exploited. PoC code is also a key component for weaponization which could lead to ransomware.
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EPSS Score
17% chance of being exploited in the next 30 days.
CVSS V3.1
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Public PoC available
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Exploit known to exist
Vulnerability published
Vulnerability Reserved