CVE-2024-49084

Summary

CVE-2024-49084 is a newly disclosed Windows Kernel vulnerability that grants attackers elevated privileges. By exploiting this EoP (Elevation of Privilege) flaw, an unprivileged user can gain administrative control over an affected system. The specific cause of the vulnerability has not been detailed, but it is recommended that all Windows users apply the forthcoming Microsoft patch as soon as it becomes available to mitigate the risk. This vulnerability poses a significant threat to organizations and individuals using unpatched Windows systems, potentially leading to data theft, unauthorized system access, and other malicious activities.

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