CVE-2024-49071

Windows Defender Information Disclosure Vulnerability

Description

Improper authorization of an index that contains sensitive information from a Global Files search in Windows Defender allows an authorized attacker to disclose information over a network.

Category

6.5
CVSS
Severity: Medium
CVSS 3.1 •
EPSS 0.45%
Vendor Advisory microsoft.com
Affected: Microsoft Microsoft Defender for Endpoint for Windows
Published at:
Updated at:

References

Link Tags
https://msrc.microsoft.com/update-guide/vulnerability/CVE-2024-49071 vendor advisory

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2024-49071?
CVE-2024-49071 has been scored as a medium severity vulnerability.
How to fix CVE-2024-49071?
To fix CVE-2024-49071, make sure you are using an up-to-date version of the affected component(s) by checking the vendor release notes. As for now, there are no other specific guidelines available.
Is CVE-2024-49071 being actively exploited in the wild?
As for now, there are no information to confirm that CVE-2024-49071 is being actively exploited. According to its EPSS score, there is a ~0% probability that this vulnerability will be exploited by malicious actors in the next 30 days.
What software or system is affected by CVE-2024-49071?
CVE-2024-49071 affects Microsoft Microsoft Defender for Endpoint for Windows.
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