CVE-2024-38260: Windows Remote Desktop Licensing Service Remote Code Execution Vulnerability
Windows Remote Desktop Licensing Service Remote Code Execution Vulnerability
Affected Software
Remediation
Recommended actions to resolve this vulnerability, in priority order.
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Fixed in 6.3.9600.22175Patch KB5043138 - Upgrade
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Fixed in 6.1.7601.27320Patch KB5043092 - Upgrade
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Fixed in 6.2.9200.25073Patch KB5043125 - Upgrade
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Fixed in 10.0.14393.7336Patch KB5043051 - Upgrade
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Fixed in 10.0.25398.1128Patch KB5043055 - Upgrade
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Fixed in 10.0.20348.2700Fixed in 10.0.20348.2695Patch KB5042880 - Upgrade
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Fixed in 10.0.17763.6293Patch KB5043050
Event History
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2024-38260?
CVE-2024-38260 is rated as a critical severity vulnerability due to its potential for remote code execution.
How do I fix CVE-2024-38260?
To fix CVE-2024-38260, apply the relevant security patches provided by Microsoft for affected Windows Server versions.
What systems are affected by CVE-2024-38260?
CVE-2024-38260 affects multiple versions of Windows Server, including 2008 R2, 2012, 2016, 2019, and 2022.
What are the potential impacts of CVE-2024-38260?
Exploiting CVE-2024-38260 may allow an attacker to execute arbitrary code on the system with elevated privileges.
Is there a mitigation strategy for CVE-2024-38260?
In addition to applying patches, disabling the Remote Desktop Licensing Service can serve as a temporary mitigation for CVE-2024-38260.