CVE-2024-38178: Microsoft Windows Scripting Engine Memory Corruption Vulnerability
First published: Tue Aug 13 2024(Updated: )
Microsoft Windows Scripting Engine contains a memory corruption vulnerability that allows unauthenticated attacker to initiate remote code execution via a specially crafted URL.
Credit: secure@microsoft.com secure@microsoft.com
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Microsoft Windows Server 2019 | ||
| Microsoft Windows 11 | =24H2 | |
| Microsoft Windows Server 2022 | ||
| Microsoft Windows 10 | =22H2 | |
| Microsoft Windows 10 | =1809 | |
| Microsoft Windows 11 | =24H2 | |
| Microsoft Windows 10 | =1809 | |
| Microsoft Windows 10 | ||
| Microsoft Windows 11 | =21H2 | |
| Microsoft Windows 10 | =21H2 | |
| Microsoft Windows Server 2019 | ||
| Microsoft Windows Server 2016 | ||
| Microsoft Windows 11 | =22H2 | |
| Microsoft Windows 10 | =21H2 | |
| Microsoft Windows 11 | =23H2 | |
| Microsoft Windows Server 2022 | ||
| Microsoft Windows 11 | =21H2 | |
| Microsoft Windows 10 | =22H2 | |
| Microsoft Windows 11 | =23H2 | |
| Microsoft Windows 10 | =22H2 | |
| Microsoft Windows Server 2016 | ||
| Microsoft Windows Server 2012 R2 | ||
| Microsoft Windows 10 | =1809 | |
| Microsoft Windows 11 | =22H2 | |
| Microsoft Windows 10 | =1607 | |
| Microsoft Windows 10 | =21H2 | |
| Microsoft Windows 10 | =1607 | |
| Microsoft Windows Server 2012 R2 | ||
| Microsoft Windows 10 | ||
| Microsoft Windows | ||
| Microsoft Windows Server 2022 23H2 | ||
| Microsoft Windows 10 1507 | <10.0.10240.20751 | |
| Microsoft Windows 10 Version 1607 x86 | <10.0.14393.7259 | |
| Microsoft Windows 10 1809 | <10.0.17763.6189 | |
| Microsoft Windows 10 21h2 | <10.0.19044.4780 | |
| Microsoft Windows 10 22h2 | <10.0.19045.4780 | |
| Microsoft Windows 11 21h2 | <10.0.22000.3147 | |
| Microsoft Windows 11 22h2 | <10.0.22621.4037 | |
| Microsoft Windows 11 23h2 | <10.0.22631.4037 | |
| Microsoft Windows 11 Home Edition | <10.0.26100.1457 | |
| Microsoft Windows Server 2012 x64 | =r2 | |
| Microsoft Windows Server 2016 | <10.0.14393.7259 | |
| Microsoft Windows Server 2019 | <10.0.17763.6189 | |
| Microsoft Windows Server 2022 | <10.0.20348.2655 | |
| Microsoft Windows Server 2022 23H2 | <10.0.25398.1085 |
Remedy
Apply mitigations per vendor instructions or discontinue use of the product if mitigations are unavailable.
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Reference Links
- https://msrc.microsoft.com/update-guide/vulnerability/CVE-2024-38178 (Advisory)
- https://www.theregister.com/2024/08/14/august_patch_tuesday/
- https://www.theregister.com/2024/08/14/august_patch_tuesday_ipv6/
- https://msrc.microsoft.com/update-guide/vulnerability/CVE-2024-38178;
- https://nvd.nist.gov/vuln/detail/CVE-2024-38178
- https://www.bleepingcomputer.com/news/security/malicious-ads-exploited-internet-explorer-zero-day-to-drop-malware/
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2024-38178?
CVE-2024-38178 has a critical severity rating as it allows unauthenticated attackers to execute remote code.
How do I fix CVE-2024-38178?
To fix CVE-2024-38178, install the security patches provided by Microsoft for the affected Windows products.
What products are affected by CVE-2024-38178?
CVE-2024-38178 affects multiple versions of Windows, including Windows Server 2019, Windows 10, and Windows 11.
Can CVE-2024-38178 be exploited remotely?
Yes, CVE-2024-38178 can be exploited remotely through a specially crafted URL.
Is user authentication required to exploit CVE-2024-38178?
No, CVE-2024-38178 does not require user authentication for exploitation.
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