CVE-2024-21437
CVSS 3.1 Score 7.8 of 10 (high)
Details
Published Mar 12, 2024
Updated: Apr 11, 2024
CWE ID 416
Summary
CVE-2024-21437 is a newly disclosed vulnerability affecting the Windows Graphics Component. This elevation of privilege issue allows an attacker to gain higher system privileges by exploiting a flaw in the graphics component. Successful exploitation could result in the attacker running arbitrary code with administrative privileges, potentially leading to significant system compromise. The specific cause of this vulnerability is not yet publicly known, but users are encouraged to apply Microsoft's upcoming security patch to mitigate the risk.
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Affected Products
- Microsoft Windows 10
- Microsoft Windows 11
Affected Vendors
- Microsoft
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