Remote Code Execution Vulnerability Affects Microsoft Products
CVE-2024-21409

7.3HIGH

Key Information:

Vendor

Microsoft
Status
Microsoft Visual Studio 2022 Version 17.9
Microsoft Visual Studio 2022 Version 17.4
Microsoft Visual Studio 2022 Version 17.6
Microsoft Visual Studio 2022 Version 17.8
Vendor
CVE Published:
9 April 2024

What is CVE-2024-21409?

A vulnerability has been identified in .NET, .NET Framework, and Visual Studio that allows for remote code execution. This flaw can enable an attacker to execute arbitrary code on the affected system, potentially leading to unauthorized access and control. The issue affects multiple versions of these platforms, requiring immediate attention from users to mitigate risks and safeguard sensitive data. Users are advised to apply the appropriate security updates as detailed in the vendor advisory.

Affected Version(s)

.NET 6.0 Unknown 6.0.0 < 6.0.29

.NET 7.0 Unknown 7.0.0 < 7.0.18

.NET 8.0 Unknown 8.0 < 8.0.4

References

https://msrc.microsoft.com/update-guide/vulnerability/CVE...
vendor-advisory

CVSS V3.1

Score:
7.3
Severity:
HIGH
Confidentiality:
High
Integrity:
High
Availability:
High
Attack Vector:
Local
Attack Complexity:
Low
Privileges Required:
Low
User Interaction:
Required
Scope:
Unchanged

Timeline

  • Vulnerability published

  • Vulnerability Reserved

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