CVE-2024-49071

MEDIUM
Published Dec 12, 2024 Modified Jan 10, 2025 CWE-612

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.

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CVSS v3.1 Score

6.5
MEDIUM
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:N/A:N

Weakness Type (CWE)

CWE-612 CWE-612

Affected Products

Vendor Product
microsoft defender_for_endpoint

References

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2024-49071? +
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. It has a CVSS v3.1 base score of 6.5 (MEDIUM).
How severe is CVE-2024-49071? +
CVE-2024-49071 has a CVSS v3.1 score of 6.5 out of 10, rated MEDIUM. This is a medium-severity vulnerability that should be remediated as part of regular maintenance.
What products are affected by CVE-2024-49071? +
CVE-2024-49071 affects products from microsoft, specifically: defender_for_endpoint. Check the affected products table above for specific version ranges.
How do I check if I'm vulnerable to CVE-2024-49071? +
You can use Secably's free Website Scanner to check your website for known vulnerabilities. For infrastructure scanning, use the Port Scanner to identify exposed services that may be affected. Check the vendor advisories linked above for specific patch and version information.

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