Microsoft Windows Internet Shortcut Files Security Feature Bypass Vulnerability (CVE-2024-21412)
Severity: high · Patch status: patched · Since 2024-02-13 · CVE-2024-21412
Microsoft Windows Internet Shortcut Files contains an unspecified vulnerability that allows for a security feature bypass. CISA added CVE-2024-21412 to its Known Exploited Vulnerabilities catalog on Feb 13, 2024, which means attackers are exploiting it in the wild. CISA reports known use in ransomware campaigns.
What to do
- Apply mitigations per vendor instructions or discontinue use of the product if mitigations are unavailable.
- US federal agencies must remediate by Mar 5, 2024 (BOD 22-01); treat that as the outer limit.
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