CVE-2024-49039βMicrosoft Windows Task Scheduler Privilege Escalation Vulnerability
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2024-11-12 Β· last modified January 29, 2026
Metadata
Vulnerability Name
Microsoft Windows Task Scheduler Privilege Escalation Vulnerability
Description
Microsoft Windows Task Scheduler contains a privilege escalation vulnerability that can allow an attacker-provided, local application to escalate privileges outside of its AppContainer, and access privileged RPC functions.
Known To Be Used in Ransomware Campaigns?
Action
Apply mitigations per vendor instructions or discontinue use of the product if mitigations are unavailable.