Microsoft Defender for IoT Elevation of Privilege Vulnerability

CVE-2024-29055

What is CVE-2024-29055?

The recently identified elevation of privilege vulnerability in Microsoft Defender for IoT allows attackers to gain elevated access to system resources. This security flaw potentially exposes sensitive data and system functionalities, behind a seemingly secure interface. It is crucial for users of the Microsoft Defender for IoT product to apply the necessary patches and updates to protect against potential exploitation. Further information and mitigation strategies can be found in Microsoft’s official advisory.

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