CVE-2023-36423: Microsoft Remote Registry Service Remote Code Execution Vulnerability

Published Nov 14, 2023
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Updated

Microsoft Remote Registry Service Remote Code Execution Vulnerability

Affected Software

57 affected componentsFixes available
Microsoft Windows Server 2012 R2
Microsoft Windows Server 2012 R2
Microsoft Windows Server 2022, 23H2 Edition
Microsoft Windows Server 2012
Microsoft Windows Server 2012
Microsoft Windows Server 2008
Microsoft Windows Server 2008
Microsoft Windows Server 2008
Microsoft Windows Server 2008
Microsoft Windows Server 2016
Microsoft Windows Server 2016
Microsoft Windows Server 2019
Microsoft Windows Server 2019
Microsoft Windows 11=23H2
Microsoft Windows 11=22H2
Microsoft Windows 11=22H2
Microsoft Windows 11=21H2
Microsoft Windows 11=21H2
Microsoft Windows 11=23H2
Microsoft Windows Server 2022
Microsoft Windows Server 2022
Microsoft Windows 10 1507<10.0.10240.20308
Microsoft Windows 10 1507<10.0.10240.20308
Microsoft Windows 10 1607<10.0.14393.6452
Microsoft Windows 10 1607<10.0.14393.6452
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 22h2<10.0.19045.3693
Microsoft Windows 11 21h2<10.0.22000.2600
Microsoft Windows 11 22h2<10.0.22621.2715
Microsoft Windows 11 23h2<10.0.22631.2715
Microsoft Windows Server 2008=sp2
Microsoft Windows Server 2008=sp2
Microsoft Windows Server 2008=r2-sp1
Microsoft Windows Server 2012
Microsoft Windows Server 2012=r2
Microsoft Windows Server 2016
Microsoft Windows Server 2019
Microsoft Windows Server 2022
Microsoft Windows Server 23h2
Microsoft Windows 10=1809
Microsoft Windows 10=1809
Microsoft Windows 10=1809
Microsoft Windows 10=22H2
Microsoft Windows 10=22H2
Microsoft Windows 10=22H2
Microsoft Windows 10=1607
Microsoft Windows 10=1607
Microsoft Windows 10=21H2
Microsoft Windows 10=21H2
Microsoft Windows 10=21H2
Microsoft Windows 10
Microsoft Windows 10
Microsoft Windows Server 2008 R2
Microsoft Windows Server 2008 R2

Event History

Nov 14, 2023
CVE Published
08:00 AM
Data Sourced
via Microsoft·08:00 AM
DescriptionSeverityWeakness
CVE Published
via MITRE·05:57 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·05:57 PM
DescriptionSeverity

Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2023-36423?

The severity of CVE-2023-36423 is considered critical due to its potential for remote code execution.

2

How do I fix CVE-2023-36423?

To fix CVE-2023-36423, you must apply the latest security updates provided by Microsoft for the affected versions of Windows.

3

Which versions of Windows are affected by CVE-2023-36423?

CVE-2023-36423 affects multiple versions, including Windows 10, Windows 11, Windows Server 2019, and later versions.

4

What actions should I take if I cannot immediately apply the patch for CVE-2023-36423?

If you cannot apply the patch for CVE-2023-36423 immediately, it is advised to limit exposure by disabling the Remote Registry Service until the patch can be deployed.

5

What type of vulnerability is CVE-2023-36423?

CVE-2023-36423 is classified as a Remote Code Execution vulnerability, which allows an attacker to execute arbitrary code on a vulnerable system.

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