Security features bypass in Windows and Windows Server - CVE-2024-20666
Published: January 9, 2024
Vulnerability identifier: #VU85238
CSH Severity: Low
CVSSv4.0: CVSS:4.0/AV:P/AC:L/AT:N/PR:L/UI:N/VC:H/VI:H/VA:H/SC:N/SI:N/SA:N/E:U/U:Clear
CVE-ID: CVE-2024-20666
CWE-ID: CWE-254
Exploitation vector: Local access
Exploit availability:
No public exploit available
Vulnerable software:
Windows
Windows Server
Windows
Windows Server
Software vendor:
Microsoft
Microsoft
Description
The vulnerability allows a local attacker to compromise the target system.
The vulnerability exists due to security features bypass in BitLocker. An authenticated attacker with physical access can bypass the BitLocker Device Encryption feature and gain access to encrypted data.
Remediation
Install updates from vendor's website.