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Vulnerability DatabaseCVE-2023-28272
CVE-2023-28272:
vulnerability analysis and mitigation
Overview
Windows Kernel Elevation of Privilege Vulnerability (CVE-2023-28272) was identified and disclosed in March 2023. The vulnerability affects multiple versions of Microsoft Windows operating systems, including Windows 10, Windows 11, and Windows Server editions (NVD).
Technical details
The vulnerability has been classified with a CVSS v3.1 Base Score of 7.8 (HIGH), with the 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 Integer Underflow (Wrap or Wraparound) vulnerability, categorized under CWE-191 (NVD).
Impact
This vulnerability could allow an attacker to gain elevated privileges on affected systems. 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. The patches are available for affected versions including Windows 10 (multiple versions from 1507 to 22H2), Windows 11 (21H2 and 22H2), and various Windows Server versions (NVD).
Additional resources
Source: This report was generated using AI
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