CVE-2024-20693
HIGHCVSS 7.8/10EPSS 0.84%
Last modified
CVE-2024-20693 is a high-severity vulnerability rated 7.8/10 on the CVSS scale. Windows Kernel Elevation of Privilege Vulnerability. EPSS estimates a 0.84% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
Windows Kernel 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Microsoft | Windows 10 1507 | < 10.0.10240.20596 |
| Microsoft | Windows 10 1607 | < 10.0.14393.6897 |
| Microsoft | Windows 10 1809 | < 10.0.17763.5696 |
| Microsoft | Windows 10 21h2 | < 10.0.19044.4291 |
| Microsoft | Windows 10 22h2 | < 10.0.19045.4291 |
| Microsoft | Windows 11 21h2 | < 10.0.22000.2899 |
| Microsoft | Windows 11 22h2 | < 10.0.22621.3447 |
| Microsoft | Windows 11 23h2 | < 10.0.22631.3447 |
| Microsoft | Windows Server 2016 | < 10.0.14393.6897 |
| Microsoft | Windows Server 2019 | < 10.0.17763.5696 |
| Microsoft | Windows Server 2022 | < 10.0.20348.2402 |
| Microsoft | Windows Server 2022 23h2 | < 10.0.25398.830 |
References
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Analyzed
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2024-20693?
Windows Kernel Elevation of Privilege Vulnerability
How severe is CVE-2024-20693?
CVE-2024-20693 has a CVSS score of 7.8/10 (HIGH severity). The EPSS model estimates a 0.84% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2024-20693?
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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Are you affected by CVE-2024-20693?
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