SB2023071243 - Remote code execution in Microsoft Windows Geolocation Service



SB2023071243 - Remote code execution in Microsoft Windows Geolocation Service

Published: July 12, 2023

Security Bulletin ID SB2023071243
Severity
High
Patch available
YES
Number of vulnerabilities 1
Exploitation vector Remote access
Highest impact Code execution

Breakdown by Severity

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Description

This security bulletin contains information about 1 security vulnerability.


1) Input validation error (CVE-ID: CVE-2023-35343)

The vulnerability allows a remote attacker to execute arbitrary code on the target system.

The vulnerability exists due to insufficient validation of user-supplied input in the Windows Geolocation Service. A remote attacker can trick a victim to open a specially crafted file and execute arbitrary code on the system.


Remediation

Install update from vendor's website.