CVE-2023-24938
MEDIUMCVSS 6.5/10EPSS 1.98%
Last modified
CVE-2023-24938 is a medium-severity vulnerability rated 6.5/10 on the CVSS scale. Windows CryptoAPI Denial of Service Vulnerability. EPSS estimates a 1.98% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
Windows CryptoAPI Denial of Service Vulnerability
Metrics
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:U/C:N/I:N/A:H
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Microsoft | Windows 10 1809 | < 10.0.17763.4499 |
| Microsoft | Windows 10 21h2 | < 10.0.19044.3086 |
| Microsoft | Windows 10 22h2 | < 10.0.19045.3087 |
| Microsoft | Windows 11 21h2 | < 10.0.22000.2057 |
| Microsoft | Windows 11 22h2 | < 10.0.22621.1848 |
| Microsoft | Windows Server 2019 | < 10.0.17763.4499 |
| Microsoft | Windows Server 2022 | < 10.0.20348.1787 |
References
- https://msrc.microsoft.com/update-guide/vulnerability/CVE-2023-24938Patch, Vendor Advisory
- https://msrc.microsoft.com/update-guide/vulnerability/CVE-2023-24938Patch, Vendor Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Analyzed
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2023-24938?
Windows CryptoAPI Denial of Service Vulnerability
How severe is CVE-2023-24938?
CVE-2023-24938 has a CVSS score of 6.5/10 (MEDIUM severity). The EPSS model estimates a 1.98% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2023-24938?
Check the vendor references and advisories linked above for patched versions and mitigation guidance. You can also run a Strix scan to test if your systems are affected.
How Strix Helps
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Are you affected by CVE-2023-24938?
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