CVE-2024-21429: Windows USB Hub Driver Remote Code Execution Vulnerability
Published Mar 12, 2024
·Updated
Windows USB Hub Driver Remote Code Execution Vulnerability
Affected Software
64 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 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<10.0.10240.20526
Microsoft Windows 10 1507<10.0.10240.20526
Microsoft Windows 10 1607<10.0.14393.6796
Microsoft Windows 10 1607<10.0.14393.6796
Microsoft Windows 10 1809<10.0.17763.5576
Microsoft Windows 10 1809<10.0.17763.5576
Microsoft Windows 10 1809<10.0.17763.5576
Microsoft Windows 10 21h2<10.0.19044.4170
Microsoft Windows 10 21h2<10.0.19044.4170
Microsoft Windows 10 21h2<10.0.19044.4170
Microsoft Windows 10 22h2<10.0.19045.4170
Microsoft Windows 10 22h2<10.0.19045.4170
Microsoft Windows 10 22h2<10.0.19045.4170
Microsoft Windows 11 21h2<10.0.22000.2836
Microsoft Windows 11 21h2<10.0.22000.2836
Microsoft Windows 11 22h2<10.0.22621.3296
Microsoft Windows 11 22h2<10.0.22621.3296
Microsoft Windows 11 23h2<10.0.22631.3296
Microsoft Windows 11 23h2<10.0.22631.3296
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<10.0.14393.6796
Microsoft Windows Server 2019<10.0.17763.5576
Microsoft Windows Server 2022<10.0.20348.2340
Microsoft Windows Server 2022 23h2<10.0.25398.763
Microsoft Windows Server 2016
Microsoft Windows Server 2016
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
Remediation
Event History
Mar 12, 2024
CVE Published
via Microsoft·07:00 AM
Data Sourced
via Microsoft·07:00 AM
DescriptionSeverityWeakness
CVE Published
via MITRE·04:57 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·04:57 PM
DescriptionSeverity
Data Sourced
via NVD·05:15 PM
RemedyDescriptionSeverityWeaknessAffected Software
Frequently Asked Questions
1
What is the severity of CVE-2024-21429?
CVE-2024-21429 has a critical severity rating due to its potential for remote code execution.
2
How do I fix CVE-2024-21429?
To fix CVE-2024-21429, apply the security updates provided by Microsoft specific to your Windows version.
3
What versions of Windows are affected by CVE-2024-21429?
CVE-2024-21429 affects various Microsoft Windows versions including Windows Server 2008 R2, Windows 10, and Windows 11.
4
Can CVE-2024-21429 be exploited remotely?
Yes, CVE-2024-21429 can be exploited remotely, allowing an attacker to execute arbitrary code on the target system.
5
Is there a workaround for CVE-2024-21429?
While the best solution is to apply the relevant patches, users may limit exposure by disabling USB ports, though this is not a comprehensive fix.