SB2024071013 - Link following in Microsoft .NET, .NET Framework and Visual Studio



SB2024071013 - Link following in Microsoft .NET, .NET Framework and Visual Studio

Published: July 10, 2024

Security Bulletin ID SB2024071013
CSH Severity
Low
Patch available
YES
Number of vulnerabilities 1
Exploitation vector Local access
Highest impact Code execution

Breakdown by Severity

Low 100%
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Description

This security bulletin contains information about 1 vulnerability.


1) Link following (CVE-ID: CVE-2024-38081)

CWE-ID: CWE-59 - Improper Link Resolution Before File Access ('Link Following')

CVSSv4: CVSS:4.0/AV:L/AC:L/AT:N/PR:L/UI:A/VC:H/VI:H/VA:H/SC:N/SI:N/SA:N/E:U/U:Clear


The vulnerability allows a local user to escalate privileges on the system.

The vulnerability exists due to insecure link following in .NET, .NET Framework, and Visual Studio. A local user can gain elevated privileges on the system.


Remediation

Install update from vendor's website.