Vulnerability identifier: #VU50501
Vulnerability risk: High
CVSSv3.1: 7.9 [CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:R/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H/E:P/RL:O/RC:C]
CVE-ID:
CWE-ID:
CWE-20
Exploitation vector: Network
Exploit availability: Yes
Vulnerable software:
Windows
Operating systems & Components /
Operating system
Windows Server
Operating systems & Components /
Operating system
Vendor: Microsoft
Description
The vulnerability allows a remote attacker to execute arbitrary code on the system.
The vulnerability exists due to insufficient validation of user-supplied input in Windows Graphics Component. A remote attacker can host a website, trick a victim to open the specially crafted file and execute arbitrary code on the target system.
Mitigation
Install updates from vendor's website.
Vulnerable software versions
Windows: 10 20H2 - 10 2004
Windows Server: 2016 - 2019 2004
External links
http://portal.msrc.microsoft.com/en-US/security-guidance/advisory/CVE-2021-24093
Can this vulnerability be exploited remotely?
Yes. This vulnerability can be exploited by a remote non-authenticated attacker via the Internet.
Is there known malware, which exploits this vulnerability?
No. We are not aware of malware exploiting this vulnerability. However, proof of concept for this vulnerability is available.