Improper access control in Windows and Windows Server - CVE-2024-28922

 

Improper access control in Windows and Windows Server - CVE-2024-28922

Published: April 10, 2024


Vulnerability identifier: #VU88391
CSH Severity: Low
CVSS v4.0: CVSS:4.0/AV:P/AC:L/AT:N/PR:L/UI:A/VC:N/VI:H/VA:N/SC:N/SI:N/SA:N/E:U/U:Clear
CVE-ID: CVE-2024-28922
CWE-ID: CWE-284
Exploitation vector: Local access
Exploit availability: No public exploit available
Vendor: Microsoft
Affected software:
Windows
Windows Server

Detailed vulnerability description

The vulnerability allows a local attacker to gain unauthorized access to otherwise restricted functionality.

The vulnerability exists due to improper access restrictions in Secure Boot. An authenticated attacker with physical access can bypass Secure Boot.


How to mitigate CVE-2024-28922

Install updates from vendor's website.

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