SB2024070979 - Improper access control in Microsoft DCOM Remote Cross-Session Activation
Published: July 9, 2024
Security Bulletin ID
SB2024070979
Severity
Medium
Patch available
YES
Number of vulnerabilities
1
Exploitation vector
Remote access
Highest impact
Code execution
Breakdown by Severity
- Low
- Medium
- High
- Critical
Description
This security bulletin contains information about 1 security vulnerability.
1) Improper access control (CVE-ID: CVE-2024-38061)
The vulnerability allows a remote attacker to gain unauthorized access to otherwise restricted functionality.
The vulnerability exists due to improper access restrictions in DCOM Remote Cross-Session Activation. A remote user can bypass implemented security restrictions and gain domain administrator privileges.
Remediation
Install update from vendor's website.