CVE-2024-38124
Microsoft
CVE-2024-38124 is a Windows Netlogon Elevation of Privilege vulnerability. This flaw allows an attacker to gain elevated privileges on a system, potentially leading to complete control. While the CVSS score is 9, indicating high severity, the SOCRadar Vulnerability Risk Score (SVRS) is 40, suggesting a lower level of immediate threat compared to vulnerabilities with SVRS scores above 80. The vulnerability arises from improper authentication handling within the Netlogon protocol. Successful exploitation could enable an attacker to execute arbitrary code with elevated privileges, making it a significant security risk. Despite the moderate SVRS score, organizations should still address this elevation of privilege vulnerability to prevent potential future exploitation, especially given its presence "In The Wild". Addressing this vulnerability proactively is crucial for maintaining a secure network environment.
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