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CVE-2023-24899:
vulnerability analysis and mitigation
Overview
Windows Graphics Component Elevation of Privilege Vulnerability (CVE-2023-24899) is a security flaw affecting Windows 11 and Windows Server 2022 systems. The vulnerability was disclosed in May 2023 and received a CVSS v3.1 base score of 7.0 (HIGH) (Microsoft Advisory).
Technical details
The vulnerability is related to improper synchronization of shared resources (race condition) and sensitive data storage in improperly locked memory. It has been assigned CWE-362 and CWE-591 classifications. The vulnerability requires local access with low privileges and high attack complexity to exploit (NVD).
Impact
Successful exploitation of this vulnerability could allow an attacker to gain elevated privileges on affected systems. The vulnerability affects the Windows Graphics Component and could lead to unauthorized privilege escalation (Rapid7 Blog).
Mitigation and workarounds
Microsoft has released security updates to address this vulnerability. Users should apply the security updates for affected systems, which include Windows 11 21H2, Windows 11 22H2, and Windows Server 2022 (NVD).
Additional resources
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