CVE-2024-43502

Name: CVE-2024-43502
Creator: NVD / NIST
Published: 2024-10-08T18:15:11.863+00:00
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/zero/1.0/

HIGHCVSS 7.1/10EPSS 5.96%

Last modified Jun 17, 2026

CVE-2024-43502 is a high-severity vulnerability rated 7.1/10 on the CVSS scale. Windows Kernel Elevation of Privilege Vulnerability. EPSS estimates a 5.96% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

Windows Kernel Elevation of Privilege Vulnerability

Metrics

CVSS 3.1

7.1/10

CVSS:3.1/AV:L/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:N/A:H

EPSS Probability

5.96%

92.4th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Weakness Enumeration

CWE-908

Affected Software

Vendor	Product	Versions
Microsoft	Windows 10 1809	< 10.0.17763.6414
Microsoft	Windows 10 21h2	< 10.0.19044.5011
Microsoft	Windows 10 22h2	< 10.0.19045.5011
Microsoft	Windows Server 2019	< 10.0.17763.6414

References

https://msrc.microsoft.com/update-guide/vulnerability/CVE-2024-43502Patch, Vendor Advisory

Timeline

Published: Oct 8, 2024
Last Modified: Jun 17, 2026
Status: Analyzed

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2024-43502?

Windows Kernel Elevation of Privilege Vulnerability

How severe is CVE-2024-43502?

CVE-2024-43502 has a CVSS score of 7.1/10 (HIGH severity). The EPSS model estimates a 5.96% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

How do I fix CVE-2024-43502?

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.

Are you affected by CVE-2024-43502?

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Source: NVD / NIST