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The Windows Kerberos Security Feature Bypass Vulnerability (CVE-2024-20674) is a security flaw that allows an attacker to bypass security features in the Kerberos authentication protocol, potentially leading to unauthorized access to sensitive information or systems.
Overview
This vulnerability affects various Microsoft Windows operating systems and versions, including Windows 10, Windows Server, and Windows Server Core installations. The affected systems include x86, x64, and ARM64-based systems. The vulnerability has been assigned a CVSS base score of 8.8, indicating a high severity level.
Remediation
To remediate this vulnerability, Microsoft has released security updates for the affected systems. Users and administrators are advised to apply the necessary patches as soon as possible to mitigate the risk of exploitation. Additionally, it is recommended to follow best practices for securing Kerberos authentication and monitoring for any suspicious activity.
References
- Microsoft Security Response Center Advisory for Windows Kerberos Security Feature Bypass Vulnerability: Link
- Common Weakness Enumeration (CWE) entry for CWE-305: Authentication Bypass by Primary Weakness
- CISA ADP Vulnrichment report for CVE-2024-20674
- CVE Program Container reference for Windows Kerberos Security Feature Bypass Vulnerability
Industry ExposureMost to leastThis section illustrates the prevalence of a specific Common Vulnerabilities and Exposures (CVE) across various industries based on customer reports. The ranking displays industries from the most to least affected by this particular vulnerability, offering valuable insight into where this CVE has been most frequently observed. This information can help organizations within these sectors prioritize their security efforts, understand their relative risk exposure compared to their peers, and focus remediation strategies where they are most needed. By understanding the industry-specific impact, organizations can make more informed decisions regarding patching, resource allocation, and overall risk management related to this CVE.
This section illustrates the prevalence of a specific Common Vulnerabilities and Exposures (CVE) across various industries based on customer reports. The ranking displays industries from the most to least affected by this particular vulnerability, offering valuable insight into where this CVE has been most frequently observed. This information can help organizations within these sectors prioritize their security efforts, understand their relative risk exposure compared to their peers, and focus remediation strategies where they are most needed. By understanding the industry-specific impact, organizations can make more informed decisions regarding patching, resource allocation, and overall risk management related to this CVE.
- ManufacturingManufacturing
- Public AdministrationPublic Administration
- Health Care & Social AssistanceHealth Care & Social Assistance
- Finance and InsuranceFinance and Insurance
- Educational ServicesEducational Services
- Transportation & WarehousingTransportation & Warehousing
- Professional, Scientific, & Technical ServicesProfessional, Scientific, & Technical Services
- Retail TradeRetail Trade
- InformationInformation
- UtilitiesUtilities
- Other Services (except Public Administration)Other Services (except Public Administration)
- Arts, Entertainment & RecreationArts, Entertainment & Recreation
- Management of Companies & EnterprisesManagement of Companies & Enterprises
- Agriculture, Forestry Fishing & HuntingAgriculture, Forestry Fishing & Hunting
- Accommodation & Food ServicesAccommodation & Food Services
- ConstructionConstruction
- MiningMining
- Real Estate Rental & LeasingReal Estate Rental & Leasing
- Wholesale TradeWholesale Trade
- Administrative, Support, Waste Management & Remediation ServicesAdministrative, Support, Waste Management & Remediation Services
