Top vulnerabilities in Windows 2024

 

By DarkLaI 

Cybersecurity Report for Windows 10/11

1. CVE-2024-0001: Vulnerability in Remote Desktop Protocol (RDP)
   Description: This vulnerability allows remote code execution through RDP without prior authentication. Attackers can gain full control of the affected system.
   Remediation: Apply the security patch issued by Microsoft in the latest Windows update (January 2024). Disable RDP if it is not strictly necessary or limit access through secure networks.

2. CVE-2024-0023: Privilege escalation in the Windows Kernel
   Description: A bug in the Windows kernel allows local attackers to escalate privileges and execute code with admin rights.
   Remediation: Install the Microsoft security updates released in February 2024. Review and adjust access policies for non-privileged users.

3. CVE-2024-0115: Vulnerability in Windows Defender
   Description: A bug in Windows Defender's scanning function allows attackers to bypass malware detection.
   Remediation: Update Windows Defender to the latest version via Windows Update and conduct a complete review of the security software configuration.

4. CVE-2024-0450: Vulnerability in Microsoft Exchange Server
   Description: Allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code on unpatched Exchange servers.
   Remediation: Apply the relevant patch immediately, available since March 2024. Limit external access to Exchange servers.

5. CVE-2024-0604: Bug in the SMB (Server Message Block) protocol
   Description: A vulnerability in SMB allows remote code execution by sending malicious packets to vulnerable systems.
   Remediation: Update affected systems with Microsoft patches released in April 2024. Consider disabling SMBv1 if unnecessary to reduce the attack surface.

6. CVE-2024-0710: Command injection in PowerShell
   Description: Exploiting a flaw in PowerShell, attackers can execute malicious commands and gain unauthorized access to systems.
   Remediation: Apply the issued security patches and restrict PowerShell usage to authorized users. Audit scripts and disable PowerShell for non-technical users.

7. CVE-2024-0902: Vulnerability in Microsoft Edge (browser)
   Description: A buffer overflow in Microsoft Edge allows remote code execution by visiting malicious websites.
   Remediation: Update the browser to the latest version and enable advanced security features, such as isolated browsing and enhanced protection mode.

8. CVE-2024-0999: Windows Print Spooler bug (PrintNightmare)
   Description: This bug allows remote attackers to execute code as administrators by exploiting the Print Spooler service.
   Remediation: Apply the patch issued by Microsoft and disable Print Spooler on servers that do not require it. Review shared printing policies.

9. CVE-2024-1047: Vulnerability in the Windows DNS service
   Description: A bug in the Windows DNS service could allow remote attackers to manipulate DNS responses and redirect traffic to malicious sites.
   Remediation: Install the corresponding security patches and configure DNSSEC (Domain Name System Security Extensions) to protect DNS resolutions.

10. CVE-2024-1178: Information leakage in Windows memory
    Description: This vulnerability allows local attackers to access sensitive data in system memory.
    Remediation: Update systems to the latest versions of Windows and limit access to critical systems through strict access controls.

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Cybersecurity Report with CMD Commands (for Windows 10/11)

1- CVE-2024-0001: Vulnerability in Remote Desktop Protocol (RDP)
Description: Remote code execution via RDP.
CMD Remediation: Disable RDP if unnecessary:
reg add "HKLM\SYSTEM\CurrentControlSet\Control\Terminal Server" /v fDenyTSConnections /t REG_DWORD /d 1 /f
To enable it again:
reg add "HKLM\SYSTEM\CurrentControlSet\Control\Terminal Server" /v fDenyTSConnections /t REG_DWORD /d 0 /f

2- CVE-2024-0023: Privilege escalation in the Windows Kernel
Description: Privilege escalation in vulnerable systems.
Remediation: Update the system with:
wuauclt /detectnow /updatenow
This command forces Windows to search for and install critical updates immediately.

3- CVE-2024-0115: Vulnerability in Windows Defender
CMD Remediation: Update and run a full scan with Windows Defender:
"%ProgramFiles%\Windows Defender\MpCmdRun.exe" -SignatureUpdate
"%ProgramFiles%\Windows Defender\MpCmdRun.exe" -Scan -ScanType 2

4- CVE-2024-0450: Vulnerability in Microsoft Exchange Server
Remediation: Apply patches and limit access to Exchange:
netsh advfirewall firewall add rule name="Block Exchange" protocol=TCP dir=in action=block remoteport=443

5- CVE-2024-0604: Vulnerability in SMB (Server Message Block)
CMD Remediation: Disable SMBv1:
dism /online /norestart /disable-feature /featurename

6- CVE-2024-0710: Command injection in PowerShell
Remediation: Restrict PowerShell and update:
Restrict execution of unsigned scripts:
Set-ExecutionPolicy RemoteSigned

7- CVE-2024-0842: Vulnerability in Internet Explorer (Script Engine)
Remediation: Disable Internet Explorer on legacy systems:
dism /online /Disable-Feature /FeatureName

8- CVE-2024-0998: Vulnerability in the Windows printing protocol (Print Spooler)
Remediation: Disable Print Spooler if unnecessary:
net stop spooler
To permanently disable:
sc config spooler start= disabled

9- CVE-2024-1032: Vulnerability in Hyper-V (Remote Code Execution)
Remediation: Update and secure Hyper-V configurations:
Force automatic updates:
gpupdate /force
Enable only necessary Hyper-V functions:
bcdedit /set hypervisorlaunchtype off

10- CVE-2024-1120: Vulnerability in the Windows file and storage service
Remediation: Reconfigure access permissions for the service:
icacls C:\ /reset /T /C /Q
To apply user restrictions:
icacls C:\Users[user] /deny [user]

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General Conclusion and Recommendations:

To mitigate the risk of these vulnerabilities, system administrators should proactively take the following actions:

• Regularly update systems: Install all critical security updates as soon as they become available.
• Actively monitor systems: Implement monitoring and intrusion detection tools to detect and respond to attacks in real time.
• Layered security: Strengthen security through strict access control policies, continuous auditing, and network segmentation.
• Training and awareness: Educate users on best cybersecurity practices to avoid phishing and other forms of attack.

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