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Vulnerability DatabaseCVE-2023-21747
CVE-2023-21747:
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Overview
Windows Kernel Elevation of Privilege Vulnerability (CVE-2023-21747) is a security flaw that affects Microsoft Windows operating systems. The vulnerability was disclosed in December 2022 and is one of several kernel-related privilege escalation vulnerabilities addressed by Microsoft (MITRE CVE).
Technical details
This vulnerability is part of a broader set of Windows Kernel Elevation of Privilege Vulnerabilities, distinct from similar issues (CVE-2023-21675, CVE-2023-21748, CVE-2023-21749, CVE-2023-21750, CVE-2023-21755, CVE-2023-21772, CVE-2023-21773, CVE-2023-21774) (NVD).
Impact
The vulnerability allows an attacker to gain elevated privileges on affected Windows systems, potentially enabling them to execute arbitrary code with system-level privileges (MSRC).
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