CVE-2023-24941CWE-908

Windows Network File System Remote Code Execution Vulnerability

Critical · published May 9, 2023

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High probability of exploitation

CVSS calls it critical at 9.8. It sits in the 99.9th percentile for exploit probability.

CVSS v3.1
9.8
EPSS
95%
Percentile
99.9
In the wild
Unconfirmed
What it is

🚨 A single crafted network request can lead to complete control of your system! This Windows Network File System vulnerability is a game-changer for remote code execution. 🔥 Think of it like a construction site where a foreman accepts work orders without checking their legitimacy — anyone could submit a request to demolish a wall or modify the blueprints without any scrutiny! The consequences could be absolutely devastating. An attacker could execute malicious code remotely, leading to unauthorized access, data breaches, or complete system compromise. Your data, privacy, and network integrity are all at stake!

Put simply

Think of it like a construction site where a foreman accepts work orders without checking their legitimacy — anyone could submit a request to demolish a wall or modify the blueprints without any scrutiny! This vulnerability allows an attacker to send specially crafted requests to the Windows Network File System, which can then be misused to execute arbitrary code on the target system without authentication.

What to do

The consequences could be absolutely devastating. An attacker could execute malicious code remotely, leading to unauthorized access, data breaches, or complete system compromise. Your data, privacy, and network integrity are all at stake! Immediate action is crucial! Update to the latest security patch provided by Microsoft, and ensure that network access controls are tightened. Regularly audit your network configurations to minimize exposure. 🛡️ You've got this! Follow these steps and your system will be fortified in no time. 💪✨

The record
Technical detail
CVSS v3.1
9.8 · CRITICAL
Vector
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H/E:U/RL:O/RC:C
CVSS v4.0
Not supplied
EPSS
0.94683 · 99.9th percentile
Weakness
CWE-908 · Use of Uninitialized Resource
Published
2023-05-09T17:02Z
EPSS history
Timeline
  • 09 MAY 17:02Z
    Windows Network File System Remote Code Execution Vulnerability
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