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ID:11008 - Exploit for Improper Authentication in Windows Server and Windows - CVE-2024-49039
ID:11008 - Exploit for Improper Authentication in Windows Server and Windows - CVE-2024-49039
Published: December 19, 2024
Vulnerability identifier: #VU100270
Vulnerability risk: High
CVE-ID: CVE-2024-49039
CWE-ID: CWE-287
Exploitation vector: Local access
Vulnerable software:
Windows Server
Windows
Windows Server
Windows
Link to public exploit:
Vulnerability description
The vulnerability allows a local user to escalate privileges on the system.
The vulnerability exists due to improper authentication in the Windows Task Scheduler. A local user can run a specially crafted application to execute arbitrary code with elevated privileges.
Note, the vulnerability is being actively exploited in the wild.
Remediation
Install updates from vendor's website.