CVE-2024-43529

Summary

CVE-2024-43529 is an elevation of privilege vulnerability affecting the Windows Print Spooler service. An attacker who successfully exploits this flaw can gain system-level access, enabling them to install programs, modify data, or create new accounts with administrative privileges. This vulnerability poses a significant risk to systems running unpatched Windows installations, making it crucial for organizations to apply the forthcoming Microsoft patch as soon as it becomes available. Meanwhile, users are advised to limit exposure by disabling the Print Spooler service if it is not essential.

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