CVE-2024-49071

moderate-risk
Published 2024-12-12

Improper authorization of an index that contains sensitive information from a Global Files search in Windows Defender allows an authorized attacker to disclose information over a network.

Do I need to act?

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0.79% chance of exploitation
EPSS score — low exploit probability
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Not on CISA KEV list
No confirmed active exploitation reported to CISA
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Patch status unknown
Check vendor advisories for fix availability and mitigation guidance
6
CVSS 6.5/10 Medium
NETWORK / LOW complexity

Affected Products (1)

Defender For Endpoint

Affected Vendors

32
/ 100
moderate-risk
Severity 24/34 · High
Exploitability 3/34 · Minimal
Exposure 5/34 · Minimal