CVE-2024-26168: Secure Boot Security Feature Bypass Vulnerability
First published: Tue Apr 09 2024(Updated: )
Secure Boot Security Feature Bypass Vulnerability
Credit: secure@microsoft.com
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Microsoft Windows 10 | =1607 | |
| Microsoft Windows 10 | =22H2 | |
| Microsoft Windows 11 | =23H2 | |
| Microsoft Windows 10 | =1607 | |
| Microsoft Windows 10 | ||
| Microsoft Windows 10 | =1809 | |
| Microsoft Windows Server 2019 | ||
| Microsoft Windows 10 | =1809 | |
| Microsoft Windows 11 | =23H2 | |
| Microsoft Windows 11 | =21H2 | |
| Microsoft Windows Server 2022 | ||
| Microsoft Windows 10 | ||
| Microsoft Windows 11 | =22H2 | |
| Microsoft Windows 10 | =22H2 | |
| Microsoft Windows 11 | =22H2 | |
| Microsoft Windows 11 | =21H2 | |
| Microsoft Windows Server 2016 | ||
| Microsoft Windows Server 2012 R2 | ||
| Microsoft Windows Server 2012 R2 | ||
| Microsoft Windows 10 | =21H2 | |
| Microsoft Windows Server 2022 | ||
| Microsoft Windows 10 | =22H2 | |
| Microsoft Windows 10 | =1809 | |
| Microsoft Windows 10 | =21H2 | |
| Microsoft Windows Server 2016 | ||
| Microsoft Windows Server 2019 | ||
| Microsoft Windows 10 | =21H2 | |
| Microsoft Windows 10 1507 | <10.0.10240.20596 | |
| Microsoft Windows 10 1507 | <10.0.10240.20596 | |
| Microsoft Windows 10 Version 1607 x86 | <10.0.14393.6897 | |
| Microsoft Windows 10 Version 1607 x86 | <10.0.14393.6897 | |
| Microsoft Windows 10 1809 | <10.0.17763.5696 | |
| Microsoft Windows 10 21h2 | <10.0.19044.4291 | |
| Microsoft Windows 10 22h2 | <10.0.19045.4291 | |
| Microsoft Windows 11 21h2 | <10.0.22000.2899 | |
| Microsoft Windows 11 22h2 | <10.0.22621.3447 | |
| Microsoft Windows 11 23h2 | <10.0.22631.3447 | |
| Microsoft Windows Server 2012 x64 | =r2 | |
| Microsoft Windows Server 2016 | <10.0.14393.6897 | |
| Microsoft Windows Server 2019 | <10.0.17763.5696 | |
| Microsoft Windows Server 2022 | <10.0.20348.2402 | |
| Microsoft Windows Server 2022 23H2 | <10.0.25398.830 | |
| Microsoft Windows Server 2022 23H2 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2024-26168?
CVE-2024-26168 has been classified with a critical severity rating due to its potential to bypass secure booting mechanisms.
How do I fix CVE-2024-26168?
You can fix CVE-2024-26168 by applying the latest patches provided by Microsoft for the affected versions.
What systems are affected by CVE-2024-26168?
CVE-2024-26168 affects various versions of Microsoft Windows 10 and Windows Server, including specific editions like 1607, 22H2, and 23H2.
What exploitation methods are associated with CVE-2024-26168?
CVE-2024-26168 can be exploited by attackers to bypass secure boot and gain unauthorized access or elevate privileges on affected systems.
Is there a known workaround for CVE-2024-26168?
Currently, the recommended approach is to install the security patches, as there are no widely recognized workarounds for CVE-2024-26168.
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