CVE-2024-38198: Windows Print Spooler Elevation of Privilege Vulnerability
First published: Tue Aug 13 2024(Updated: )
Windows Print Spooler Elevation of Privilege Vulnerability
Credit: secure@microsoft.com
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Microsoft Windows Server 2008 R2 | ||
| Microsoft Windows 11 | =22H2 | |
| Microsoft Windows 10 | =21H2 | |
| Microsoft Windows 10 | =22H2 | |
| Microsoft Windows 10 | =1607 | |
| Microsoft Windows Server 2019 | ||
| Microsoft Windows Server 2016 | ||
| Microsoft Windows Server 2022 | ||
| Microsoft Windows 10 | =21H2 | |
| Microsoft Windows 11 | =23H2 | |
| Microsoft Windows Server 2022 | ||
| Microsoft Windows 10 | =1607 | |
| Microsoft Windows 11 | =22H2 | |
| Microsoft Windows 11 | =23H2 | |
| Microsoft Windows 11 | =24H2 | |
| Microsoft Windows 10 | ||
| Microsoft Windows Server 2019 | ||
| Microsoft Windows 10 | =21H2 | |
| Microsoft Windows 10 | ||
| Microsoft Windows 10 | =1809 | |
| Microsoft Windows 10 | =1809 | |
| Microsoft Windows 10 | =22H2 | |
| Microsoft Windows Server 2008 R2 | ||
| Microsoft Windows Server 2016 | ||
| Microsoft Windows Server 2012 R2 | ||
| Microsoft Windows 11 | =21H2 | |
| Microsoft Windows Server 2012 R2 | ||
| Microsoft Windows 11 | =24H2 | |
| Microsoft Windows 10 | =1809 | |
| Microsoft Windows 10 | =22H2 | |
| Microsoft Windows 11 | =21H2 | |
| Microsoft Windows Server 2012 x64 | ||
| Microsoft Windows Server 2012 x64 | ||
| Microsoft Windows Server 2022 23H2 | ||
| Microsoft Windows Server 2008 Itanium | ||
| Microsoft Windows Server 2008 Itanium | ||
| Microsoft Windows Server 2008 Itanium | ||
| Microsoft Windows Server 2008 Itanium | ||
| 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 2008 Itanium | =sp2 | |
| Microsoft Windows Server 2008 Itanium | =r2-sp1 | |
| Microsoft Windows Server 2012 x64 | <6.2.9200.25031 | |
| 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 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2024-38198?
The severity of CVE-2024-38198 is considered critical as it allows for elevation of privilege in Windows systems.
How do I fix CVE-2024-38198?
To fix CVE-2024-38198, apply the relevant security updates provided by Microsoft for affected Windows versions.
Which Windows versions are affected by CVE-2024-38198?
CVE-2024-38198 affects multiple Windows versions including Windows 10, Windows 11, and Windows Server editions.
Can CVE-2024-38198 be exploited remotely?
Yes, CVE-2024-38198 can potentially be exploited remotely if the Print Spooler service is accessible.
What kind of impact does CVE-2024-38198 have on affected systems?
CVE-2024-38198 can allow an attacker to gain elevated privileges, potentially leading to full system compromise.
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