CVE-2024-20656
HIGHCVSS 7.8/10EPSS 3.91%
Last modified
CVE-2024-20656 is a high-severity vulnerability rated 7.8/10 on the CVSS scale. Visual Studio Elevation of Privilege Vulnerability. EPSS estimates a 3.91% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
Visual Studio Elevation of Privilege Vulnerability
Metrics
CVSS:3.1/AV:L/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions | Update |
|---|---|---|---|
| Microsoft | Visual Studio | 2015 | Update3 |
| Microsoft | Visual Studio 2017 | >= 15.0, < 15.9.59 | — |
| Microsoft | Visual Studio 2019 | >= 16.0, < 16.11.33 | — |
| Microsoft | Visual Studio 2022 | >= 17.2, < 17.2.23 | — |
| Microsoft | Visual Studio 2022 | >= 17.4, < 17.4.15 | — |
| Microsoft | Visual Studio 2022 | >= 17.6, < 17.6.11 | — |
References
- https://msrc.microsoft.com/update-guide/vulnerability/CVE-2024-20656Patch, Vendor Advisory
- https://msrc.microsoft.com/update-guide/vulnerability/CVE-2024-20656Patch, Vendor Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2024-20656?
Visual Studio Elevation of Privilege Vulnerability
How severe is CVE-2024-20656?
CVE-2024-20656 has a CVSS score of 7.8/10 (HIGH severity). The EPSS model estimates a 3.91% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2024-20656?
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.
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