CVE-2023-24886: Microsoft PostScript and PCL6 Class Printer Driver Remote Code Execution Vulnerability
First published: Tue Apr 11 2023(Updated: )
Microsoft PostScript and PCL6 Class Printer Driver Remote Code Execution Vulnerability
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| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Microsoft Windows 10 | =20H2 | |
| Microsoft Windows 10 1507 | <10.0.10240.19869 | |
| Microsoft Windows 10 1607 | <10.0.14393.5850 | |
| Microsoft Windows 10 1809 | <10.0.17763.4252 | |
| Microsoft Windows 10 20h2 | <10.0.19042.2846 | |
| Microsoft Windows 10 21h2 | <10.0.19044.2846 | |
| Microsoft Windows 10 22h2 | <10.0.19045.2846 | |
| Microsoft Windows 11 21h2 | <10.0.22000.1817 | |
| Microsoft Windows 11 22h2 | <10.0.22621.1555 | |
| Microsoft Windows Server 2012 | ||
| Microsoft Windows Server 2012 | =r2 | |
| Microsoft Windows Server 2016 | ||
| Microsoft Windows Server 2019 | ||
| Microsoft Windows Server 2022 | ||
| =1607 | ||
| =22H2 | ||
| =1607 | ||
| =22H2 | ||
| =22H2 | ||
| =21H2 | ||
| =22H2 | ||
| =21H2 | ||
| =22H2 | ||
| =21H2 | ||
| =21H2 | ||
| =20H2 | ||
| =20H2 | ||
| =21H2 | ||
| =1809 | ||
| =1809 | ||
| =1809 | ||
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2023-24886?
CVE-2023-24886 is a vulnerability in Microsoft PostScript and PCL6 Class Printer Driver that allows remote code execution.
How does CVE-2023-24886 affect Windows?
CVE-2023-24886 affects various versions of Windows, including Windows 10 (versions 1607, 1809, 20H2), Windows 11 (versions 21H2, 22H2), Windows Server 2012 (including Server Core Installation), Windows Server 2012 R2, Windows Server 2016 (including Server Core Installation), Windows Server 2019 (including Server Core Installation), and Windows Server 2022 (including Server Core Installation).
What is the severity of CVE-2023-24886?
CVE-2023-24886 has a severity rating of 8.8 (high).
How do I fix CVE-2023-24886?
To fix CVE-2023-24886, apply the appropriate security patch provided by Microsoft for your specific Windows version. You can find the patches and remediation steps on the Microsoft support website.
Where can I find more information about CVE-2023-24886?
You can find more information about CVE-2023-24886 on the Microsoft Security Response Center (MSRC) website.
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