CVE-2024-49112

Summary

CVE-2024-49112 is a newly disclosed vulnerability that affects Windows Systems with the Lightweight Directory Access Protocol (LDAP). This issue grants attackers the ability to execute arbitrary code remotely, allowing them to take complete control of affected systems. Successful exploitation does not require user interaction and can occur when an LDAP server processes a maliciously crafted request. The vulnerability poses a significant risk to organizations that rely on LDAP for network authentication and authorization. Microsoft urges users to install the available patch as soon as possible to mitigate this threat.

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