CVE-2024-38168
HIGHCVSS 7.5/10EPSS 2.70%
Last modified
CVE-2024-38168 is a high-severity vulnerability rated 7.5/10 on the CVSS scale. .NET and Visual Studio Denial of Service Vulnerability. EPSS estimates a 2.70% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
.NET and Visual Studio Denial of Service Vulnerability
Metrics
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:N/I:N/A:H
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Microsoft | .Net | >= 8.0.0, < 8.0.8 |
| Microsoft | Visual Studio 2022 | >= 17.6.0, < 17.6.18 |
| Microsoft | Visual Studio 2022 | >= 17.8.0, < 17.8.13 |
| Microsoft | Visual Studio 2022 | >= 17.10.0, < 17.10.6 |
References
- https://msrc.microsoft.com/update-guide/vulnerability/CVE-2024-38168Patch, Vendor Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Analyzed
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2024-38168?
.NET and Visual Studio Denial of Service Vulnerability
How severe is CVE-2024-38168?
CVE-2024-38168 has a CVSS score of 7.5/10 (HIGH severity). The EPSS model estimates a 2.70% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2024-38168?
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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