Is CVE-2023-36036 actively exploited?

Yes. CVE-2023-36036 is listed in the CISA Known Exploited Vulnerabilities (KEV) catalog, which means exploitation in the wild has been confirmed.

Can CVE-2023-36036 be exploited remotely?

The attack vector of CVE-2023-36036 has not been classified yet.

What is the CVSS score of CVE-2023-36036?

CVE-2023-36036 has not received a CVSS score yet.

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HIGHCISA KEVIN THE WILD

CVE-2023-36036

Published: November 14, 2023

EPSS:0.92%probability of exploitation in 30 daysPercentile:75.7th

Official Description

Microsoft Windows Cloud Files Mini Filter Driver contains a privilege escalation vulnerability that could allow an attacker to gain SYSTEM privileges.

NVD Source

CISA KEV Advisory

Microsoft Windows Cloud Files Mini Filter Driver Privilege Escalation Vulnerability

Microsoft Windows Cloud Files Mini Filter Driver contains a privilege escalation vulnerability that could allow an attacker to gain SYSTEM privileges.

Added to KEV: 2023-11-14Federal patch deadline: 2023-12-05

Required Action (CISA)

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

Risk Analysis

This high-severity vulnerability in Microsoft Windows Cloud Files Mini Filter Driver allows an attacker to gain SYSTEM privileges. While a CVSS score is not available, its inclusion in CISA's KEV catalog and an EPSS score of 0.00921 indicate a confirmed and notable exploitation risk.

This vulnerability has been actively exploited in the wild, as confirmed by its presence in CISA's Known Exploited Vulnerabilities catalog.

Recommended Action

Apply the latest security updates from Microsoft to address this privilege escalation vulnerability. Prompt patching is essential to prevent attackers from gaining SYSTEM privileges.

Generated by the CTIWATCH analysis pipeline from this CVE's metadata (CVSS, EPSS, KEV status, exploit intelligence). Verify against vendor advisories before acting.

Technical Analysis

CVE-2023-36036 requires local access, meaning attackers must already have a foothold on the target system.

Exploitation requires some privileges, which limits the exposure to scenarios where an attacker has already gained initial access.

CISA has added CVE-2023-36036 to the Known Exploited Vulnerabilities (KEV) catalog, confirming active exploitation in the wild. U.S. federal agencies are required to patch this within the mandated timeframe, and all organizations should treat remediation as urgent.