Is CVE-2024-21412 actively exploited?

Yes. CVE-2024-21412 is listed in the CISA Known Exploited Vulnerabilities (KEV) catalog, which means exploitation in the wild has been confirmed.

Can CVE-2024-21412 be exploited remotely?

The attack vector of CVE-2024-21412 has not been classified yet.

What is the CVSS score of CVE-2024-21412?

CVE-2024-21412 has not received a CVSS score yet.

HOME VULNERABILITIESCVE-2024-21412

HIGHCISA KEVIN THE WILD

CVE-2024-21412

Published: February 13, 2024

EPSS:93.77%probability of exploitation in 30 daysPercentile:99.8th

Official Description

Microsoft Windows Internet Shortcut Files contains an unspecified vulnerability that allows for a security feature bypass.

NVD Source

CISA KEV Advisory

Microsoft Windows Internet Shortcut Files Security Feature Bypass Vulnerability

Microsoft Windows Internet Shortcut Files contains an unspecified vulnerability that allows for a security feature bypass.

Added to KEV: 2024-02-13Federal patch deadline: 2024-03-05⚠ USED IN RANSOMWARE CAMPAIGNS

Required Action (CISA)

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

Risk Analysis

An unspecified vulnerability in Microsoft Windows Internet Shortcut Files allows for a security feature bypass. The extremely high EPSS score of 0.93770 indicates a very high likelihood of exploitation, making this a critical concern. Its inclusion in CISA's KEV catalog confirms it has been actively exploited.

This vulnerability has been actively exploited in the wild and is listed in CISA's Known Exploited Vulnerabilities catalog. The unspecified nature suggests a broad attack surface.

Recommended Action

Users should apply all available security updates for Microsoft Windows to address this vulnerability. Exercise caution with internet shortcut files from untrusted sources.

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-2024-21412 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-2024-21412 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.