CVE-2024-38229
Microsoft
CVE-2024-38229 is a remote code execution vulnerability affecting .NET and Visual Studio. This flaw allows attackers to execute arbitrary code on vulnerable systems. While the CVSS score is 8.1, the SOCRadar Vulnerability Risk Score (SVRS) of 30 suggests a lower immediate risk compared to vulnerabilities with scores above 80. However, exploitation can lead to significant damage, including data breaches and system compromise. The vulnerability, categorized as CWE-416 (Use After Free), indicates a memory management issue that attackers can leverage. Given its presence "In The Wild," vigilance is crucial. Apply the vendor-provided advisory patches promptly to mitigate potential exploitation and secure your .NET and Visual Studio environments, preventing unauthorized access and control. Although the SVRS is not critical, the "In The Wild" tag suggests potential for increased exploitation.
Description
CVE-2024-38229 is a remote code execution vulnerability in .NET and Visual Studio. It allows an attacker to execute arbitrary code on a target system by sending a specially crafted request to a vulnerable application. The vulnerability has a CVSS score of 8.1, indicating a high severity level. However, the SOCRadar Vulnerability Risk Score (SVRS) is 34, indicating a moderate risk level. This discrepancy is due to the SVRS's consideration of additional factors, such as social media chatter, news reports, and dark web data, which suggest that the vulnerability is not yet being actively exploited.
Key Insights
- The vulnerability affects all versions of .NET and Visual Studio.
- An attacker can exploit the vulnerability by sending a specially crafted request to a vulnerable application.
- The vulnerability can be used to execute arbitrary code on a target system.
- The vulnerability is not yet being actively exploited, but it is important to patch vulnerable systems as soon as possible.
Mitigation Strategies
- Update to the latest version of .NET and Visual Studio.
- Use a web application firewall (WAF) to block malicious requests.
- Implement input validation to prevent attackers from sending specially crafted requests.
- Monitor your systems for suspicious activity.
Additional Information
- The Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA) has not issued a warning about this vulnerability.
- There are no known active exploits for this vulnerability.
- If you have any additional questions about this incident, you can use the 'Ask to Analyst' feature, contact SOCRadar directly, or open a support ticket for more information.
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