CVE-2024-20700:Windows Hyper-V Remote Code Execution Vulnerability (CVE-2024-20700)

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The Windows Hyper-V Remote Code Execution Vulnerability (CVE-2024-20700) is a security flaw that allows an attacker to execute arbitrary code on a target system running affected versions of Windows operating systems. This vulnerability can be exploited remotely, potentially leading to unauthorized access, data theft, and system compromise.

Overview

This vulnerability affects various Microsoft Windows versions, including Windows 10, Windows Server 2019, Windows Server 2022, and different editions of Windows 11. The vulnerability is related to a race condition (CWE-362) in the Hyper-V component, which could be exploited by an attacker to execute malicious code on the target system.

The Common Vulnerability Scoring System (CVSS) v3.1 base score for this vulnerability is 7.5, indicating a high severity level. The attack vector is adjacent network (AV:A), the attack complexity is high (AC:H), and the impact on confidentiality, integrity, and availability is rated as high (C:H/I:H/A:H).

Remediation

To mitigate the Windows Hyper-V Remote Code Execution Vulnerability, Microsoft has released security updates for the affected Windows versions. Users and administrators are advised to apply the latest patches provided by Microsoft to address this vulnerability. Additionally, it is recommended to follow best security practices, such as restricting network access to vulnerable systems and monitoring for any suspicious activities.

References

  1. Microsoft Security Response Center (MSRC) Advisory for CVE-2024-20700:

  2. Common Weakness Enumeration (CWE) Details:

    • CWE-362: Concurrent Execution using Shared Resource with Improper Synchronization ('Race Condition')

  3. National Vulnerability Database (NVD) Details:

  4. Microsoft Update Guide for Security Patches:

It is crucial for organizations and users to promptly apply the necessary security updates to protect their systems from potential exploitation of this critical vulnerability.

Industry ExposureMost to least
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.

  1. Manufacturing
    Manufacturing
  2. Public Administration
    Public Administration
  3. Health Care & Social Assistance
    Health Care & Social Assistance
  4. Educational Services
    Educational Services
  5. Finance and Insurance
    Finance and Insurance
  6. Transportation & Warehousing
    Transportation & Warehousing
  7. Professional, Scientific, & Technical Services
    Professional, Scientific, & Technical Services
  8. Retail Trade
    Retail Trade
  9. Information
    Information
  10. Utilities
    Utilities
  11. Other Services (except Public Administration)
    Other Services (except Public Administration)
  12. Arts, Entertainment & Recreation
    Arts, Entertainment & Recreation
  13. Management of Companies & Enterprises
    Management of Companies & Enterprises
  14. Agriculture, Forestry Fishing & Hunting
    Agriculture, Forestry Fishing & Hunting
  15. Accommodation & Food Services
    Accommodation & Food Services
  16. Construction
    Construction
  17. Mining
    Mining
  18. Real Estate Rental & Leasing
    Real Estate Rental & Leasing
  19. Wholesale Trade
    Wholesale Trade
  20. Administrative, Support, Waste Management & Remediation Services
    Administrative, Support, Waste Management & Remediation Services

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