CVE-2024-49138 - Microsoft Windows Common Log File System (CLFS) Driver Heap-Based Buffer Overflow Vulnerability

Vulnerability Name

Microsoft Windows Common Log File System (CLFS) Driver Heap-Based Buffer Overflow Vulnerability

Description

Microsoft Windows Common Log File System (CLFS) driver contains a heap-based buffer overflow vulnerability that allows a local attacker to escalate privileges.

Known To Be Used in Ransomware Campaigns?

Unknown

Action

Apply mitigations per vendor instructions or discontinue use of the product if mitigations are unavailable.

Additional Notes

https://msrc.microsoft.com/update-guide/en-US/vulnerability/CVE-2024-49138

https://nvd.nist.gov/vuln/detail/CVE-2024-49138

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