SB2024070981 - Remote code execution in Microsoft Windows Distributed Transaction Coordinator
Published: July 9, 2024
Security Bulletin ID
SB2024070981
Severity
Low
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) External Control of File Name or Path (CVE-ID: CVE-2024-38049)
The vulnerability allows a remote user to execute arbitrary code on the system.
The vulnerability exists due to application allows an attacker to control path of the files to delete within Windows Distributed Transaction Coordinator. A remote administrator can send a specially crafted HTTP request and execute arbitrary code on the target system.
Remediation
Install update from vendor's website.