Product	Windows
Date	2024-08-15 17:36:04

A severe vulnerability has been identified in the Windows TCP/IP stack, specifically within the IPv6 option. Identified as CVE-2024-38063, it has a severity score of 9.8/10 and low exploitation complexity, making it highly likely to be targeted by attackers. Microsoft has included this vulnerability in the most recent Patch Tuesday and recommends that users update immediately to the latest, secure version of the operating system.

Technical Summary

Microsoft’s latest Patch Tuesday included an advisory regarding CVE-2024-38063, a critical vulnerability in the Windows TCP/IP stack. With a severity score of 9.8/10 and low exploitation complexity, this vulnerability is highly susceptible to being exploited. The issue is located specifically within the IPv6 option; Microsoft strongly advises users to update immediately to the latest, secure version.

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