Input Method Editor (IME) Remote Code Execution Vulnerability
CVE-2024-49079

7.8HIGH

Key Information:

Vendor
Microsoft
Status
Windows 10 Version 1809
Windows Server 2019
Windows Server 2019 (server Core Installation)
Windows Server 2022
Vendor
CVE Published:
12 December 2024

Summary

A security vulnerability exists within the Input Method Editor (IME) that could allow an attacker to execute arbitrary code remotely. The flaw can be exploited if an affected version interacts with maliciously crafted input, leading to unauthorized access and potential data compromise. Users are urged to apply the latest security updates provided by Microsoft to mitigate the risks associated with this vulnerability.

Affected Version(s)

Windows 10 Version 1507 32-bit Systems 10.0.10240.0 < 10.0.10240.20857

Windows 10 Version 1607 32-bit Systems 10.0.14393.0 < 10.0.14393.7606

Windows 10 Version 1809 32-bit Systems 10.0.17763.0 < 10.0.17763.6659

References

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

EPSS Score

0% chance of being exploited in the next 30 days.

CVSS V3.1

Score:
7.8
Severity:
HIGH
Confidentiality:
High
Integrity:
High
Availability:
High
Attack Vector:
Local
Attack Complexity:
Low
Privileges Required:
None
User Interaction:
Required
Scope:
Unchanged

Timeline

  • Vulnerability published

  • Vulnerability Reserved

Collectors

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