CVE-2024-43556: Windows Graphics Component Elevation of Privilege Vulnerability
First published: Tue Oct 08 2024(Updated: )
Windows Graphics Component 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 2008 R2 | ||
| Microsoft Windows Server 2008 R2 | ||
| Microsoft Windows Server 2022 23H2 | ||
| Microsoft Windows Server | ||
| Microsoft Windows Server | ||
| 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 | =24H2 | |
| Windows 11 | =24H2 | |
| Windows 11 | =21H2 | |
| Windows 11 | =21H2 | |
| Windows 11 | =23H2 | |
| Microsoft Windows Server 2022 | ||
| Microsoft Windows Server 2022 | ||
| Microsoft Windows 10 | <10.0.10240.20796 | |
| Microsoft Windows 10 | <10.0.10240.20796 | |
| Microsoft Windows 10 | <10.0.14393.7428 | |
| Microsoft Windows 10 | <10.0.14393.7428 | |
| Microsoft Windows 10 | <10.0.17763.6414 | |
| Microsoft Windows 10 | <10.0.17763.6414 | |
| Microsoft Windows 10 | <10.0.19044.5011 | |
| Microsoft Windows 10 | <10.0.19045.5011 | |
| Windows 11 | <10.0.22000.3260 | |
| Windows 11 | <10.0.22621.4317 | |
| Windows 11 | <10.0.22631.4317 | |
| Windows 11 | <10.0.26100.2033 | |
| Microsoft Windows Server | =sp2 | |
| Microsoft Windows Server | =sp2 | |
| Microsoft Windows Server | =r2-sp1 | |
| Microsoft Windows Server | ||
| Microsoft Windows Server | =r2 | |
| Microsoft Windows Server 2016 | <10.0.14393.7428 | |
| Microsoft Windows Server 2019 | <10.0.17763.6414 | |
| Microsoft Windows Server 2022 | <10.0.20348..2762 | |
| Microsoft Windows Server 2022 | <10.0.25398.1189 | |
| Microsoft Windows Server 2016 | ||
| Microsoft Windows Server 2016 | ||
| 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-2024-43556?
CVE-2024-43556 has a severity rating set by Microsoft, indicating a medium threat level for potential exploitation.
How do I fix CVE-2024-43556?
To fix CVE-2024-43556, apply the latest security patches provided by Microsoft for affected Windows versions.
Which versions of Windows are affected by CVE-2024-43556?
CVE-2024-43556 affects various versions of Windows including Windows 10, Windows Server 2022, and Windows 11.
What type of vulnerability is CVE-2024-43556?
CVE-2024-43556 is classified as an elevation of privilege vulnerability in the Windows Graphics Component.
Can I prevent the exploitation of CVE-2024-43556 by disabling certain features?
Disabling certain features may reduce the risk, but applying the recommended security updates is the most effective way to prevent exploitation of CVE-2024-43556.
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