CVE-2024-21324: Microsoft Defender for IoT Elevation of Privilege Vulnerability

Published Apr 9, 2024
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Updated

Microsoft Defender for IoT Elevation of Privilege Vulnerability

Affected Software

2 affected componentsFixes available
Microsoft Defender for IoT
Microsoft Defender for IoT<24.1.3

Event History

Apr 9, 2024
CVE Published
via Microsoft·07:00 AM
Data Sourced
via Microsoft·07:00 AM
DescriptionSeverityWeakness
CVE Published
via MITRE·05:00 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·05:00 PM
DescriptionSeverity
Data Sourced
via NVD·05:15 PM
DescriptionSeverityWeakness
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2024-21324?

CVE-2024-21324 has been rated with a critical severity level due to its potential for elevation of privilege in Microsoft Defender for IoT.

2

How do I fix CVE-2024-21324?

To fix CVE-2024-21324, update Microsoft Defender for IoT to the latest version available, specifically beyond version 24.1.3.

3

Who is affected by CVE-2024-21324?

CVE-2024-21324 affects users of Microsoft Defender for IoT prior to version 24.1.3.

4

What symptoms indicate an exploit of CVE-2024-21324?

Symptoms of a potential exploit for CVE-2024-21324 may include unauthorized access or heightened privileges on devices managed by Defender for IoT.

5

Is there a workaround for CVE-2024-21324?

There are no recommended workarounds for CVE-2024-21324; applying the appropriate patch is the only solution.

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