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CVE-2023-36696:
vulnerability analysis and mitigation
Overview
Windows Cloud Files Mini Filter Driver Elevation of Privilege Vulnerability (CVE-2023-36696) was discovered and disclosed in December 2023. The vulnerability affects multiple versions of Microsoft Windows operating systems, including Windows 10 (versions 1809, 21H2, 22H2), Windows 11 (versions 21H2, 22H2, 23H2), and Windows Server (2019, 2022) (NVD, FortiGuard).
Technical details
The vulnerability stems from an error in validating pointer references in the Windows Cloud Files Mini Filter Driver. Microsoft has assigned this vulnerability 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. The vulnerability has been classified as CWE-125 (Out-of-bounds Read) (NVD).
Impact
Successful exploitation of this vulnerability could result in elevation of privilege within the context of the vulnerable system. An attacker who successfully exploits this vulnerability could gain higher privileges on the affected system (FortiGuard).
Mitigation and workarounds
Microsoft has released security updates to address this vulnerability. Users and system administrators are advised to apply the most recent upgrade or patch from the vendor to mitigate this security risk (FortiGuard).
Additional resources
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