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Vulnerability DatabaseCVE-2023-23418
CVE-2023-23418:
vulnerability analysis and mitigation
Overview
Windows Resilient File System (ReFS) Elevation of Privilege Vulnerability, identified as CVE-2023-23418, was disclosed on March 14, 2023. This vulnerability affects Windows 11 version 22H2 systems, specifically targeting both ARM64 and x64 architectures (NVD, CVE).
Technical details
The vulnerability has been assigned a CVSS v3.1 base score of 7.8 (High), with the following vector string: CVSS:3.1/AV:L/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H. Microsoft has identified this as an Out-of-bounds Read vulnerability (CWE-125) (NVD).
Impact
This elevation of privilege vulnerability in the Windows Resilient File System (ReFS) could allow an attacker to gain elevated system privileges. The high CVSS score indicates significant potential impact on the confidentiality, integrity, and availability of the affected systems (NVD).
Mitigation and workarounds
Microsoft has released security updates to address this vulnerability. Users should apply the available patches through the Microsoft Update system (Microsoft Advisory).
Additional resources
Source: This report was generated using AI
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