Windows Domain Name Service Remote Code Execution Vulnerability
CVE-2024-49091

7.2HIGH

Key Information:

Vendor

Microsoft
Status
Windows Server 2019
Windows Server 2019 (server Core Installation)
Windows Server 2022
Windows Server 2025 (server Core Installation)
Vendor
CVE Published:
12 December 2024

What is CVE-2024-49091?

The vulnerability in the Windows Domain Name Service allows remote code execution, potentially enabling an attacker to take control of an affected system. Exploitation of this vulnerability can occur when the DNS service fails to properly handle requests, leading to unauthorized actions carried out on the system. This risk emphasizes the importance of regular updates and security monitoring to safeguard network infrastructure.

Affected Version(s)

Windows Server 2012 (Server Core installation) x64-based Systems 6.2.9200.0 < 6.2.9200.25222

Windows Server 2012 R2 (Server Core installation) x64-based Systems 6.3.9600.0 < 6.3.9600.22318

Windows Server 2012 R2 x64-based Systems 6.3.9600.0 < 6.3.9600.22318

References

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

CVSS V3.1

Score:
7.2
Severity:
HIGH
Confidentiality:
High
Integrity:
High
Availability:
High
Attack Vector:
Network
Attack Complexity:
Low
Privileges Required:
High
User Interaction:
None
Scope:
Unchanged

Timeline

  • Vulnerability published

  • Vulnerability Reserved

.
CVE-2024-49091 : Windows Domain Name Service Remote Code Execution Vulnerability