CVE-2024-49044
CVSS 3.1 Score 6.7 of 10 (medium)
Details
Summary
CVE-2024-49044 is a newly discovered elevation of privilege vulnerability affecting Microsoft Visual Studio. An attacker who successfully exploits this flaw can gain elevated privileges on the affected system. By manipulating specially crafted project files, an attacker can execute arbitrary code in the context of the Visual Studio application, leading to significant security implications. Developers are advised to install the latest security updates as soon as possible to mitigate this risk. This vulnerability can potentially impact development environments and projects, making it essential for organizations to prioritize patching to protect against potential attacks.
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Affected Products
- Microsoft Visual Studio
Affected Vendors
- Microsoft