CVE-2024-26169: Microsoft Windows Error Reporting Service Improper Privilege Management Vulnerability
First published: Tue Mar 12 2024(Updated: )
Microsoft Windows Error Reporting Service contains an improper privilege management vulnerability that allows a local attacker with user permissions to gain SYSTEM privileges.
Credit: secure@microsoft.com secure@microsoft.com
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Microsoft Windows 10 | ||
| Microsoft Windows 11 | =22H2 | |
| Microsoft Windows 11 | =21H2 | |
| Microsoft Windows 11 | =22H2 | |
| Microsoft Windows Server 2016 | ||
| Microsoft Windows 10 | =1607 | |
| Microsoft Windows 10 | =1809 | |
| Microsoft Windows Server 2022 | ||
| Microsoft Windows 10 | =22H2 | |
| Microsoft Windows Server 2012 R2 | ||
| Microsoft Windows 10 | =21H2 | |
| Microsoft Windows Server 2016 | ||
| Microsoft Windows 10 | =21H2 | |
| Microsoft Windows 11 | =23H2 | |
| Microsoft Windows Server 2019 | ||
| Microsoft Windows Server 2012 R2 | ||
| Microsoft Windows 10 | =21H2 | |
| Microsoft Windows 10 | =1809 | |
| Microsoft Windows 11 | =21H2 | |
| Microsoft Windows 10 | =22H2 | |
| Microsoft Windows 11 | =23H2 | |
| Microsoft Windows 10 | =22H2 | |
| Microsoft Windows Server 2019 | ||
| Microsoft Windows 10 | =1607 | |
| Microsoft Windows Server 2022 | ||
| Microsoft Windows 10 | ||
| Microsoft Windows 10 | =1809 | |
| Microsoft Windows | ||
| Microsoft Windows Server 2022 23H2 | ||
| Microsoft Windows 10 1507 | <10.0.10240.20526 | |
| Microsoft Windows 10 Version 1607 x86 | <10.0.14393.6796 | |
| Microsoft Windows 10 Version 1607 x86 | <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 22h2 | <10.0.19045.4170 | |
| Microsoft Windows 11 21h2 | <10.0.22000.2836 | |
| Microsoft Windows 11 22h2 | <10.0.22621.3296 | |
| Microsoft Windows 11 23h2 | <10.0.22631.3296 | |
| Microsoft Windows Server 2008 Itanium | =sp2 | |
| Microsoft Windows Server 2008 Itanium | =sp2 | |
| Microsoft Windows Server 2008 Itanium | =r2-sp1 | |
| Microsoft Windows Server 2012 x64 | =r2 | |
| Microsoft Windows Server 2016 | ||
| Microsoft Windows Server 2019 | <10.0.17763.5576 | |
| Microsoft Windows Server 2022 | <10.0.20348.2333 | |
| Microsoft Windows Server 2022 23H2 | <10.0.25398.763 |
Remedy
Apply updates per vendor instructions or discontinue use of the product if updates are unavailable.
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Reference Links
- https://msrc.microsoft.com/update-guide/vulnerability/CVE-2024-26169 (Advisory)
- https://www.bleepingcomputer.com/news/security/black-basta-ransomware-gang-linked-to-windows-zero-day-attacks/
- https://www.theregister.com/2024/06/12/black_basta_ransomware_windows/
- https://www.bleepingcomputer.com/news/security/cisa-warns-of-windows-bug-exploited-in-ransomware-attacks/
- https://msrc.microsoft.com/update-guide/vulnerability/CVE-2024-26169;
- https://nvd.nist.gov/vuln/detail/CVE-2024-26169
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2024-26169?
CVE-2024-26169 is rated as a high-severity vulnerability that allows local attackers to escalate privileges to SYSTEM level.
How do I fix CVE-2024-26169?
To remediate CVE-2024-26169, install the security updates provided by Microsoft corresponding to your Windows version.
Which versions of Windows are affected by CVE-2024-26169?
CVE-2024-26169 affects multiple versions of Windows, including Windows 10, Windows 11, and various Windows Server editions.
What type of vulnerability is CVE-2024-26169?
CVE-2024-26169 is classified as an elevation of privilege vulnerability within the Microsoft Windows Error Reporting Service.
Can a remote attacker exploit CVE-2024-26169?
No, CVE-2024-26169 can only be exploited by a local attacker with user permissions on the affected system.
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