CVE-2024-49138: Microsoft Windows Common Log File System (CLFS) Driver Heap-Based Buffer Overflow Vulnerability
Microsoft Windows Common Log File System (CLFS) driver contains a heap-based buffer overflow vulnerability that allows a local attacker to escalate privileges.
Other sources
Windows Common Log File System Driver Elevation of Privilege Vulnerability
— Microsoft
Affected Software
Remediation
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Fixed in 10.0.19044.5247Patch KB5048652 - Upgrade
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Fixed in 10.0.22621.4602Patch KB5048685 - Upgrade
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Fixed in 10.0.20348.2966Fixed in 10.0.20348.2908Patch KB5048800 - Upgrade
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Fixed in 6.3.9600.22318Patch KB5048735 - Upgrade
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Fixed in 6.2.9200.25222Patch KB5048699 - Upgrade
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Fixed in 6.1.7601.27467Patch KB5048676 - Upgrade
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Fixed in 6.0.6003.23016Patch KB5048744 - Upgrade
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Fixed in 10.0.14393.7606Patch KB5048671 - Upgrade
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Fixed in 10.0.10240.20857Patch KB5048703 - Upgrade
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Fixed in 10.0.26100.2605Fixed in 10.0.26100.2528Patch KB5048794 - Upgrade
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Fixed in 10.0.22631.4602Patch KB5048685 - Upgrade
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Fixed in 10.0.25398.1308Patch KB5048653 - Upgrade
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Fixed in 10.0.19045.5247Patch KB5048652 - Upgrade
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Fixed in 10.0.17763.6659Patch KB5048661
Event History
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2024-49138?
CVE-2024-49138 is classified as a Critical vulnerability due to its potential to allow a local attacker to escalate privileges.
How do I fix CVE-2024-49138?
To mitigate CVE-2024-49138, apply the patches provided by Microsoft for your specific version of Windows.
What versions of Windows are affected by CVE-2024-49138?
CVE-2024-49138 affects multiple versions of Windows, including Windows 10, Windows 11, and various Windows Server editions.
Can CVE-2024-49138 be exploited remotely?
No, CVE-2024-49138 requires local access to the system for exploitation to escalate privileges.
What type of vulnerability is CVE-2024-49138?
CVE-2024-49138 is a heap-based buffer overflow vulnerability specifically found in the Microsoft Windows Common Log File System driver.