#VU86398 Security features bypass in Windows and Windows Server - CVE-2024-21412
Published: February 13, 2024 / Updated: May 31, 2024
Vulnerability identifier: #VU86398
Vulnerability risk: Critical
CVSSv4.0: CVSS:4.0/AV:N/AC:L/AT:N/PR:N/UI:A/VC:H/VI:H/VA:N/SC:N/SI:N/SA:N/E:A/U:Red
CVE-ID: CVE-2024-21412
CWE-ID: CWE-254
Exploitation vector: Remote access
Exploit availability:
The vulnerability is being exploited in the wild
Vulnerable software:
Windows
Windows Server
Windows
Windows Server
Software vendor:
Microsoft
Microsoft
Description
The vulnerability allows a remote attacker to bypass implemented security restrictions.
The
vulnerability exists due to improper input validation when handling Internet shortcut files. A remote attacker can trick the victim into clicking on a specially crafted shortcut file and execute arbitrary code on the system.
Remediation
Install updates from vendor's website.