Heap-based buffer overflow in Microsoft Windows - CVE-2024-38032

Vulnerability details

The vulnerability allows a remote attacker to execute arbitrary code on the target system.

The vulnerability exists due to a boundary error in Microsoft Xbox. A remote attacker on the local network can pass trick a victim to click on a specially crafted URL, trigger a heap-based buffer overflow and execute arbitrary code on the target system.

Successful exploitation of this vulnerability may result in complete compromise of vulnerable system.

Affected software

How to mitigate CVE-2024-38032

External References

• https://portal.msrc.microsoft.com/en-US/security-guidance/advisory/CVE-2024-38032

Related Security Bulletins

• Heap-based buffer overflow in Microsoft Xbox