CVE-2024-20681: Windows Subsystem for Linux Elevation of Privilege Vulnerability
First published: Tue Jan 09 2024(Updated: )
Windows Subsystem for Linux Elevation of Privilege Vulnerability
Credit: secure@microsoft.com
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Microsoft Windows Server 2022 23H2 | ||
| Windows 11 | =23H2 | |
| Windows 11 | =22H2 | |
| Windows 11 | =22H2 | |
| Windows 11 | =21H2 | |
| Windows 11 | =21H2 | |
| Windows 11 | =23H2 | |
| Microsoft Windows Server 2022 | ||
| Microsoft Windows Server 2022 | ||
| Microsoft Windows 10 | <10.0.19044.3930 | |
| Microsoft Windows 10 | <10.0.19045.3930 | |
| Windows 11 | <10.0.22000.2713 | |
| Windows 11 | <10.0.22000.2713 | |
| Windows 11 | <10.0.22621.3007 | |
| Windows 11 | <10.0.22621.3007 | |
| Windows 11 | <10.0.22631.3007 | |
| Windows 11 | <10.0.22631.3007 | |
| Microsoft Windows Server 2022 | ||
| Microsoft Windows Server 2022 | ||
| Windows 10 | =22H2 | |
| Windows 10 | =22H2 | |
| Windows 10 | =22H2 | |
| Windows 10 | =21H2 | |
| Windows 10 | =21H2 | |
| Windows 10 | =21H2 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2024-20681?
CVE-2024-20681 has a severity rating of Important, indicating a significant elevation of privilege risk.
How do I fix CVE-2024-20681?
To remediate CVE-2024-20681, ensure that you install the recommended security updates provided by Microsoft.
In which Microsoft products is CVE-2024-20681 found?
CVE-2024-20681 affects various versions of Windows 10, Windows 11, and Windows Server 2022.
How can I check if my system is affected by CVE-2024-20681?
You can verify if your system is affected by CVE-2024-20681 by checking the installed version of Windows against the vulnerability's affected software list.
What is the nature of the vulnerability in CVE-2024-20681?
CVE-2024-20681 is an elevation of privilege vulnerability that allows attackers to gain elevated permissions on affected systems.
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