#VU95933 Improper Neutralization of Special Elements in Windows and Windows Server - CVE-2024-38133
Published: August 13, 2024
Vulnerability identifier: #VU95933
Vulnerability risk: Low
CVSSv4.0: CVSS:4.0/AV:L/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-2024-38133
CWE-ID: CWE-138
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 user to escalate privileges on the system.
The vulnerability exists due to improper neutralization of special elements in Windows Kernel, which leads to security restrictions bypass and privilege escalation.
Remediation
Install updates from vendor's website.