Secure boot bypass in Microsoft Windows
| Risk | High |
| Patch available | YES |
| Number of vulnerabilities | 1 |
| CVE-ID | CVE-2023-24932 |
| CWE-ID | CWE-254 |
| Exploitation vector | Local |
| Public exploit | This vulnerability is being exploited in the wild. |
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Windows Operating systems & Components / Operating system Windows Server Operating systems & Components / Operating system |
| Vendor | Microsoft |
Security Bulletin
This security bulletin contains one high risk vulnerability.
1) Security features bypass
EUVDB-ID: #VU75901
Risk: High
CVSSv3.1: 6.4 [CVSS:3.1/AV:L/AC:L/PR:H/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H/E:H/RL:O/RC:C]
CVE-ID: CVE-2023-24932
CWE-ID:
CWE-254 - Security Features
Exploit availability: No
DescriptionThe vulnerability allows a local user to bypass implemented security restrictions.
The vulnerability exists due to improper implementation of the Secure Boot feature. An attacker with physical access to the system or a local user with Administrative rights can bypass Secure Boot.
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Vulnerable software versionsWindows: 10 - 11 22H2
Windows Server: 2008 - 2022 20H2
External linkshttp://portal.msrc.microsoft.com/en-US/security-guidance/advisory/CVE-2023-24932
Q & A
Can this vulnerability be exploited remotely?
No. This vulnerability can be exploited locally. The attacker should have authentication credentials and successfully authenticate on the system.
Is there known malware, which exploits this vulnerability?
Yes. This vulnerability is being exploited in the wild.
