Description
Microsoft Windows Ancillary Function Driver for WinSock contains a heap-based buffer overflow vulnerability that allows for privilege escalation, enabling a local attacker to gain SYSTEM privileges.
Recommended action
Apply mitigations per vendor instructions or discontinue use of the product if mitigations are unavailable.
CISA remediation due date for U.S. federal agencies: 4 Mar 2025.
Collected automatically from public sources. Verify affected versions and fixes in the vendor's notice before acting.