CVE-2024-38213 — Microsoft Windows SmartScreen Security Feature Bypass Vulnerability

CISA KEV listed Added August 13, 2024 Remediate by September 3, 2024

Description

Microsoft Windows SmartScreen contains a security feature bypass vulnerability that allows an attacker to bypass the SmartScreen user experience via a malicious file.

Required action

Apply mitigations per vendor instructions or discontinue use of the product if mitigations are unavailable.

Notes

https://msrc.microsoft.com/update-guide/vulnerability/CVE-2024-38213; https://nvd.nist.gov/vuln/detail/CVE-2024-38213

Need help remediating this vulnerability?

Our team helps organizations patch, mitigate, and respond to CISA KEV advisories fast.

Talk to an engineer