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Vulnerability DatabaseCVE-2023-53557
CVE-2023-53557:
Linux Kernel vulnerability analysis and mitigation
Overview
This vulnerability is a Remote Code Execution (RCE) vulnerability in Pragmatic General Multicast (PGM) in Microsoft Windows. The vulnerability exists due to insufficient validation when handling a PGM packet (FortiGuard Labs).
Technical details
The vulnerability stems from insufficient validation when handling a PGM packet. A remote authenticated attacker could exploit this vulnerability by sending specially crafted packets to a target system. Successful exploitation could lead to arbitrary code execution in the kernel system (FortiGuard Labs).
Impact
The successful exploitation of this vulnerability could lead to system compromise, allowing remote attackers to gain control of vulnerable systems (FortiGuard Labs).
Mitigation and workarounds
Users should refer to Microsoft's website for suggested workarounds and apply any available security updates. The vulnerability affects multiple versions of Windows Server and Windows 10/11 systems (FortiGuard Labs).
Additional resources
Source: This report was generated using AI
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