Microsoft Windows Message Queuing Type Confusion Vulnerability Leading to Remote Code Execution

Vulnerability

A type confusion vulnerability has been identified in Windows Message Queuing (MSMQ) that allows an authorized attacker to execute code remotely. This issue arises from the access of resources using incompatible types, which can be exploited by sending specially crafted MSMQ packets to an affected server.

Impact

Exploitation of this vulnerability could result in remote code execution on the affected server.

Remediation

Users can apply the security updates provided in the Microsoft Knowledge Base articles KB5063950, KB5063906, KB5063947, KB5063927, KB5063888, KB5063948, and the monthly rollup updates available through the Microsoft Update Catalog.

Added: Sep 1, 2025, 7:22 PM
Updated: Sep 1, 2025, 7:22 PM

Vulnerability Rating

Custom Algorithm
spread
5.7
impact
7.5
exploitability
4.9
remediation
0.0
relevance
0.3
threat
0.2
urgency
2.9
incentive
1.7

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