Processor optimization removal or modification of security-critical code in Windows - CVE-2024-37985

 

Processor optimization removal or modification of security-critical code in Windows - CVE-2024-37985

Published: July 10, 2024 / Updated: July 10, 2024


Vulnerability identifier: #VU94062
CSH Severity: Low
CVSS v4.0: CVSS:4.0/AV:L/AC:L/AT:P/PR:N/UI:N/VC:H/VI:N/VA:N/SC:N/SI:N/SA:N/E:U/U:Clear
CVE-ID: CVE-2024-37985
CWE-ID: CWE-1037
Exploitation vector: Local access
Exploit availability: No public exploit available
Vendor: Microsoft
Affected software:
Windows

Detailed vulnerability description

The vulnerability allows a local attacker to gain access to sensitive information.

The vulnerability exists due to systematic identification and characterization of proprietary prefetchers. A local attacker can gain access to sensitive information.

Note, the vulnerability affects ARM-based operating systems only.


How to mitigate CVE-2024-37985

Install updates from vendor's website.

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