SB20241112165 - Privilege escalation in Microsoft Windows VMSwitch



SB20241112165 - Privilege escalation in Microsoft Windows VMSwitch

Published: November 12, 2024

Security Bulletin ID SB20241112165
Severity
Low
Patch available
YES
Number of vulnerabilities 1
Exploitation vector Local access
Highest impact Code execution

Breakdown by Severity

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Description

This security bulletin contains information about 1 security vulnerability.


1) Use-after-free (CVE-ID: CVE-2024-43625)

The vulnerability allows a local attacker to compromise vulnerable system.

The vulnerability exists due to a use-after-free error in Microsoft Windows VMSwitch. A local attacker can gain elevated privileges on the system.


Remediation

Install update from vendor's website.