SB2024081393 - Multiple vulnerabilities in Microsoft Azure Connected Machine Agent

Description

This security bulletin contains information about 2 secuirty vulnerabilities.

1) Improper access control (CVE-ID: CVE-2024-38162)

The vulnerability allows a local user to gain unauthorized access to otherwise restricted functionality.

The vulnerability exists due to improper access restrictions in Azure Connected Machine Agent. A local user can bypass implemented security restrictions and create or delete files in the security context of the NT AUTHORITY SYSTEM account.

2) Link following (CVE-ID: CVE-2024-38098)

The vulnerability allows a local user to escalate privileges on the system.

The vulnerability exists due to insecure link following in Azure Connected Machine Agent. A local user can gain elevated privileges on the system.

Remediation

Install update from vendor's website.

References

• https://portal.msrc.microsoft.com/en-US/security-guidance/advisory/CVE-2024-38162
• https://portal.msrc.microsoft.com/en-US/security-guidance/advisory/CVE-2024-38098