CVE-2024-43571

CVE-2024-43571 is a medium-severity vulnerability in Microsoft Windows 11 24h2 with a CVSS 3.x base score of 5.6. It is not currently listed as actively exploited by CISA, and its EPSS exploit-prediction score is low. The underlying weakness is classified as CWE-923.

Key facts

Description

Sudo for Windows Spoofing Vulnerability

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2024-43571?
Sudo for Windows Spoofing Vulnerability
How severe is CVE-2024-43571?
CVE-2024-43571 has a CVSS 3.x base score of 5.6, rated medium severity. It is exploitable over local access with low attack complexity, requires low privileges and user interaction. Impact on confidentiality is high, integrity low, and availability none.
Is CVE-2024-43571 being actively exploited?
It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 1% (44th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2024-43571?
CVE-2024-43571 primarily affects Microsoft Windows 11 24h2. In total, 2 product configurations (CPEs) are listed as vulnerable; see the affected-products list for the exact versions.
How do I fix CVE-2024-43571?
Review the linked vendor and NVD advisories for patched versions and mitigations, then upgrade or apply the recommended workaround.
Does CVE-2024-43571 have an EU (EUVD) identifier?
Yes. CVE-2024-43571 is tracked in the ENISA EU Vulnerability Database (EUVD) as EUVD-2024-40325.
When was CVE-2024-43571 published?
CVE-2024-43571 was published on 2024-10-08 and last updated on 2026-06-17.

References

Affected products (2)

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