Remote Code Execution Vulnerability Affects Windows Remote Desktop
CVE-2024-38260

8.8HIGH

Key Information:

Vendor

Microsoft
Status
Windows Server 2019
Windows Server 2019 (server Core Installation)
Windows Server 2022
Windows Server 2022, 23h2 Edition (server Core Installation)
Vendor
CVE Published:
10 September 2024

What is CVE-2024-38260?

The vulnerability in the Windows Remote Desktop Licensing Service allows an attacker to remotely execute arbitrary code by sending specially crafted requests to the affected service. Successful exploitation may lead to unauthorized access, allowing attackers to install programs, view, change, or delete data, or create new accounts with full user rights. This vulnerability poses a significant risk as it could be exploited by malicious actors to compromise systems remotely, highlighting the importance of timely updates and patch management.

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Affected Version(s)

Windows Server 2008 R2 Service Pack 1 (Server Core installation) x64-based Systems 6.0.0 < 6.1.7601.27320

Windows Server 2008 R2 Service Pack 1 x64-based Systems 6.1.0 < 6.1.7601.27320

Windows Server 2012 (Server Core installation) x64-based Systems 6.2.0 < 6.2.9200.25073

References

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

CVSS V3.1

Score:
8.8
Severity:
HIGH
Confidentiality:
High
Integrity:
High
Availability:
High
Attack Vector:
Network
Attack Complexity:
Low
Privileges Required:
Low
User Interaction:
None
Scope:
Unchanged

Timeline

  • Vulnerability published

  • Vulnerability Reserved

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