CVE-2024-21307:The vulnerability CVE-2024-21307 is a Remote Code Execution Vulnerability in Microsoft's Remote Desktop Client. It has a high severity rating with a CVSS score of 7.5.

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The vulnerability CVE-2024-21307 is a Remote Code Execution Vulnerability in Microsoft's Remote Desktop Client. The vulnerability is due to a use-after-free error (CWE-416) in the software. An attacker could exploit this vulnerability by sending specially crafted requests to the affected application. Successful exploitation could lead to arbitrary code execution in the context of the current user. The vulnerability affects multiple versions of Microsoft Windows and Windows Server.

Overview

The vulnerability is a Remote Code Execution Vulnerability in Microsoft's Remote Desktop Client. The vulnerability is due to a use-after-free error (CWE-416) in the software. The vulnerability affects multiple versions of Microsoft Windows and Windows Server. An attacker could exploit this vulnerability by sending specially crafted requests to the affected application. Successful exploitation could lead to arbitrary code execution in the context of the current user.

Remediation

Users are advised to apply the updates provided by Microsoft. The updates address the vulnerability by correcting how the Remote Desktop Client handles objects in memory. For more information about the updates, users can refer to the Microsoft's advisory.

References

For more information about the vulnerability, users can refer to the Microsoft's advisory at https://msrc.microsoft.com/update-guide/vulnerability/CVE-2024-21307.

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. Finance and Insurance
    Finance and Insurance
  5. Educational Services
    Educational Services
  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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