Security features bypass in MIcrosoft Windows Group Policy



Published: 2023-08-08
Risk Low
Patch available YES
Number of vulnerabilities 1
CVE-ID CVE-2023-36889
CWE-ID CWE-254
Exploitation vector Local
Public exploit N/A
Vulnerable software
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Windows Server
Operating systems & Components / Operating system

Vendor Microsoft

Security Bulletin

This security bulletin contains one low risk vulnerability.

1) Security features bypass

EUVDB-ID: #VU79258

Risk: Low

CVSSv3.1:

CVE-ID: CVE-2023-36889

CWE-ID: CWE-254 - Security Features

Exploit availability: No

Description

The vulnerability allows a local user to compromise the target system.

The vulnerability exists due to security features bypass in Windows Group Policy. A local user can read specific Group Policy configuration settings.

Mitigation

Install updates from vendor's website.

Vulnerable software versions

Windows: 10 - 11 22H2

Windows Server: 2008 - 2022 20H2

CPE2.3 External links

http://msrc.microsoft.com/update-guide/vulnerability/CVE-2023-36889


Q & A

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Is there known malware, which exploits this vulnerability?



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