SB2024100895 - Privilege escalation in Microsoft Windows Ancillary Function Driver for WinSock
Published: October 8, 2024
Security Bulletin ID
SB2024100895
Severity
Low
Patch available
YES
Number of vulnerabilities
1
Exploitation vector
Local access
Highest impact
Code execution
Breakdown by Severity
- Low
- Medium
- High
- Critical
Description
This security bulletin contains information about 1 security vulnerability.
1) Sensitive Data Storage in Improperly Locked Memory (CVE-ID: CVE-2024-43563)
The vulnerability allows a local user to escalate privileges on the system.
The vulnerability exists due to sensitive data storage in improperly locked memory in Windows Ancillary Function Driver for WinSock. A local user can gain elevated privileges on the target system.
Remediation
Install update from vendor's website.