CVE-2024-43511

Summary

CVE-2024-43511 is a newly disclosed Windows Kernel vulnerability that grants attackers elevated privileges. By exploiting this EoP (Elevation of Privilege) flaw, an attacker can escalate their access levels, potentially leading to the compromise of the entire system. The vulnerability resides within the Windows Kernel, making it a critical threat to all supported Microsoft Windows versions. Successful exploitation can result in the installation of malware, unauthorized access to sensitive data, or system takeover. Microsoft is working on a patch to address this issue, and users are strongly advised to apply it as soon as it becomes available.

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