CVE-2024-21426
CVSS 3.1 Score 7.8 of 10 (high)
Details
Published Mar 12, 2024
Updated: May 29, 2024
CWE ID 416
Summary
CVE-2024-21426 is a newly disclosed remote code execution vulnerability affecting Microsoft SharePoint Servers. An attacker can exploit this flaw by sending a specially crafted file to a victim via SharePoint, potentially gaining unauthorized access and executing arbitrary code on the affected system. Successful exploitation of this vulnerability could lead to significant data loss or theft, as well as the deployment of malware or ransomware. Microsoft urges users to install the latest security patches to mitigate this risk.
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