Remote Code Execution Vulnerability in Windows Hyper-V
CVE-2024-49117

8.8HIGH

Key Information:

Vendor
Microsoft
Status
Windows Server 2022
Windows 11 Version 22h2
Windows Server 2025 (server Core Installation)
Windows 11 Version 22h3
Vendor
CVE Published:
12 December 2024

Badges

👾 Exploit Exists🟡 Public PoC

Summary

CVE-2024-49117 is a critical remote code execution vulnerability found in Microsoft Windows Hyper-V, which could allow an attacker to execute arbitrary code on the host system. This vulnerability arises from improper validation of input data in the Hyper-V product, potentially enabling unauthorized access and control over virtual machines. Successful exploitation may lead to the attacker gaining elevated privileges, impacting the security and stability of affected systems. Microsoft has provided guidance and updates to address this vulnerability and protect users from potential exploits.

Affected Version(s)

Windows 11 version 22H2 ARM64-based Systems 10.0.22621.0 < 10.0.22621.4602

Windows 11 version 22H3 ARM64-based Systems 10.0.22631.0 < 10.0.22631.4602

Windows 11 Version 23H2 x64-based Systems 10.0.22631.0 < 10.0.22631.4602

Exploit Proof of Concept (PoC)

PoC code is written by security researchers to demonstrate the vulnerability can be exploited. PoC code is also a key component for weaponization which could lead to ransomware.

Microsoft-2024-December-Update-Control
Created by mutkus

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:
Local
Attack Complexity:
Low
Privileges Required:
Low
User Interaction:
None
Scope:
Changed

Timeline

  • 🟡

    Public PoC available

  • 👾

    Exploit known to exist

  • Vulnerability published

  • Vulnerability Reserved

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