CVE-2024-38033: PowerShell Elevation of Privilege Vulnerability
First published: Tue Jul 09 2024(Updated: )
PowerShell Elevation of Privilege Vulnerability
Credit: secure@microsoft.com
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Microsoft Windows Server 2012 R2 | ||
| Microsoft Windows Server 2012 R2 | ||
| Microsoft Windows Server 2012 R2 | ||
| Microsoft Windows Server 2012 R2 | ||
| Microsoft Windows Server 2022 23H2 | ||
| Microsoft Windows Server | ||
| Microsoft Windows Server | ||
| Microsoft Windows Server | ||
| Microsoft Windows Server | ||
| Microsoft Windows Server 2019 | ||
| Microsoft Windows Server 2019 | ||
| 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 | <10.0.10240.20710 | |
| Microsoft Windows 10 | <10.0.14393.7159 | |
| Microsoft Windows 10 | <10.0.17763.6054 | |
| Microsoft Windows 10 | <10.0.19044.4651 | |
| Microsoft Windows 10 | <10.0.19045.4651 | |
| Windows 11 | <10.0.22000.3079 | |
| Windows 11 | <10.0.22621.3880 | |
| Windows 11 | <10.0.22631.3880 | |
| Microsoft Windows Server | ||
| Microsoft Windows Server | =r2 | |
| Microsoft Windows Server 2016 | <10.0.14393.7159 | |
| Microsoft Windows Server 2019 | <10.0.17763.6054 | |
| Microsoft Windows Server 2022 | <10.0.20348.2582 | |
| Microsoft Windows Server 2022 | <10.0.25398.1009 | |
| Microsoft Windows Server 2016 | ||
| Microsoft Windows Server 2016 | ||
| Windows 10 | =1809 | |
| Windows 10 | =1809 | |
| Windows 10 | =1809 | |
| Windows 10 | =22H2 | |
| Windows 10 | =22H2 | |
| Windows 10 | =22H2 | |
| Windows 10 | =1607 | |
| Windows 10 | =1607 | |
| Windows 10 | =21H2 | |
| Windows 10 | =21H2 | |
| Windows 10 | =21H2 | |
| Windows 10 | ||
| Windows 10 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2024-38033?
CVE-2024-38033 has been assigned a severity rating that indicates a potential elevation of privilege issue in PowerShell.
How do I fix CVE-2024-38033?
To fix CVE-2024-38033, update your system with the latest security patches provided by Microsoft, specifically KB5040430, KB5040427, or KB5040434 depending on your Windows version.
Which versions of Windows are affected by CVE-2024-38033?
CVE-2024-38033 affects various versions of Windows, including Windows Server 2012 R2, Windows Server 2016, Windows Server 2019, Windows 10, and Windows 11.
Is CVE-2024-38033 a critical vulnerability?
CVE-2024-38033 is categorized as a significant vulnerability due to its potential to allow attackers to elevate their privileges on affected systems.
What should I do if I cannot apply the patch for CVE-2024-38033 immediately?
If you cannot apply the patch for CVE-2024-38033 immediately, limit the exposure of affected systems and monitor for any suspicious activity while planning for a timely update.
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