SB2024100886 - Heap-based buffer overflow in Microsoft Windows Local Security Authority (LSA)
Published: October 8, 2024
Security Bulletin ID
SB2024100886
Severity
Low
Patch available
YES
Number of vulnerabilities
1
Exploitation vector
Local access
Highest impact
Code execution
Breakdown by Severity
- Low
- Medium
- High
- Critical
Description
This security bulletin contains information about 1 security vulnerability.
1) Heap-based buffer overflow (CVE-ID: CVE-2024-43522)
The vulnerability allows a local user to escalate privileges on the system.
The vulnerability exists due to a boundary error in Windows Local Security Authority (LSA). A local user can pass specially crafted data to the application, trigger a heap-based buffer overflow and gain elevated privileges on the target system.
Remediation
Install update from vendor's website.