CVE-2023-36033: Windows DWM Core Library Elevation of Privilege Vulnerability
First published: Tue Nov 14 2023(Updated: )
Microsoft Windows Desktop Window Manager (DWM) Core Library contains an unspecified vulnerability that allows for privilege escalation.
Credit: secure@microsoft.com
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Microsoft Windows | ||
| Microsoft Windows Server 2022 | ||
| Microsoft Windows 10 | =22H2 | |
| Microsoft Windows 11 | =23H2 | |
| Microsoft Windows 10 | =22H2 | |
| Microsoft Windows 10 | =21H2 | |
| Microsoft Windows 10 | =1809 | |
| Microsoft Windows 10 | =1809 | |
| Microsoft Windows Server 2022 | ||
| Microsoft Windows 11 | =22H2 | |
| Microsoft Windows 11 | =22H2 | |
| Microsoft Windows Server 2019 | ||
| Microsoft Windows 10 | =1809 | |
| Microsoft Windows Server 2022, 23H2 Edition | ||
| Microsoft Windows 10 | =21H2 | |
| Microsoft Windows 11 | =21H2 | |
| Microsoft Windows 11 | =21H2 | |
| Microsoft Windows Server 2019 | ||
| Microsoft Windows 10 | =21H2 | |
| Microsoft Windows 11 | =23H2 | |
| Microsoft Windows 10 | =22H2 | |
| Microsoft Windows 10 1809 | <10.0.17763.5122 | |
| Microsoft Windows 10 1809 | <10.0.17763.5122 | |
| Microsoft Windows 10 1809 | <10.0.17763.5122 | |
| Microsoft Windows 10 21h2 | <10.0.19041.3693 | |
| Microsoft Windows 10 21h2 | <10.0.19041.3693 | |
| Microsoft Windows 10 21h2 | <10.0.19041.3693 | |
| Microsoft Windows 10 22h2 | <10.0.19045.3693 | |
| Microsoft Windows 10 22h2 | <10.0.19045.3693 | |
| Microsoft Windows 10 22h2 | <10.0.19045.3693 | |
| Microsoft Windows 11 21h2 | <10.0.22000.2600 | |
| Microsoft Windows 11 21h2 | <10.0.22000.2600 | |
| Microsoft Windows 11 22h2 | <10.0.22621.2715 | |
| Microsoft Windows 11 22h2 | <10.0.22621.2715 | |
| Microsoft Windows 11 23h2 | <10.0.22621.2715 | |
| Microsoft Windows 11 23h2 | <10.0.22621.2715 | |
| Microsoft Windows Server 2016 | ||
| Microsoft Windows Server 2019 | ||
| Microsoft Windows Server 2022 |
Remedy
Apply mitigations per vendor instructions or discontinue use of the product if mitigations are unavailable.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2023-36033?
CVE-2023-36033 is a vulnerability in the Windows Desktop Window Manager (DWM) Core Library that allows for privilege escalation.
Which versions of Windows are affected by CVE-2023-36033?
Windows 10 versions 1809, 21H2, 22H2, and Windows 11 versions 21H2, 22H2, and 23H2 are affected.
What is the severity of CVE-2023-36033?
CVE-2023-36033 has a severity of 7.8 (high).
How can I fix CVE-2023-36033?
You can fix CVE-2023-36033 by applying the appropriate security patches provided by Microsoft for your specific Windows version.
Where can I find more information about CVE-2023-36033?
You can find more information about CVE-2023-36033 on the Microsoft Security Response Center website.
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