CVE-2024-43572
Published: October 8, 2024
Official Description
Microsoft Windows Management Console contains unspecified vulnerability that allows for remote code execution.
CISA KEV Advisory
Microsoft Windows Management Console Remote Code Execution Vulnerability
Microsoft Windows Management Console contains unspecified vulnerability that allows for remote code execution.
Apply mitigations per vendor instructions or discontinue use of the product if mitigations are unavailable.
Risk Analysis
Microsoft Windows Management Console (WMC) has an unspecified vulnerability that allows for remote code execution. The high EPSS score of 0.44589 indicates a significant likelihood of exploitation, and its presence in the 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 remote code execution capability makes it a severe threat.
Apply all available security updates for Microsoft Windows. Restrict access to Windows Management Console services to only trusted users and networks.
Technical Analysis
CVE-2024-43572 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-2024-43572 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.
Affected Vendors & Products
Exploit & PoC Resources
All References (2)
Quick Facts
Recommended Actions
- →Apply vendor patches immediately
- →Monitor CVE-2024-43572 in threat intel feeds
- →Review IDS/IPS signatures for exploitation attempts
- !CISA KEV: Federal agencies must patch per BOD 22-01 timeline
- !Active exploitation confirmed — treat as P1