CVE-2023-36697

CVSS 3.1 Score 8.0 of 10 (high)

Details

Published Oct 10, 2023
Updated: May 29, 2024
CWE ID 20

Summary

CVE-2023-36697 is a remote code execution vulnerability affecting Microsoft Message Queuing (MSMQ). An attacker can exploit this vulnerability by sending a specially crafted MSMQ message to a targeted server. Successful exploitation allows the attacker to execute arbitrary code on the affected system, potentially leading to significant security compromises. This issue poses a serious threat and requires immediate attention from MSMQ users, as it can be exploited remotely without authentication. Microsoft has released a security update to address this vulnerability. It is highly recommended that users apply the patch as soon as possible to protect their systems.

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