CVE-2024-26170
HIGHCVSS 7.8/10EPSS 6.65%
Last modified
CVE-2024-26170 is a high-severity vulnerability rated 7.8/10 on the CVSS scale. Windows Composite Image File System (CimFS) Elevation of Privilege Vulnerability. EPSS estimates a 6.65% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
Windows Composite Image File System (CimFS) 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 21h2 | < 10.0.19044.4170 |
| Microsoft | Windows 10 22h2 | < 10.0.19045.4170 |
| Microsoft | Windows 11 21h2 | < 10.0.22000.2836 |
| Microsoft | Windows 11 22h2 | < 10.0.22621.3296 |
| Microsoft | Windows 11 23h2 | < 10.0.22631.3296 |
| Microsoft | Windows Server 2022 | < 10.0.20348.2340 |
| Microsoft | Windows Server 2022 23h2 | < 10.0.25398.763 |
References
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Analyzed
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2024-26170?
Windows Composite Image File System (CimFS) Elevation of Privilege Vulnerability
How severe is CVE-2024-26170?
CVE-2024-26170 has a CVSS score of 7.8/10 (HIGH severity). The EPSS model estimates a 6.65% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2024-26170?
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-2024-26170?
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