Microsoft Windows Cloud Files Mini Filter Driver Privilege Escalation Vulnerability

A vulnerability allowing out-of-bounds read in the Windows Cloud Files Mini Filter Driver has been identified. This flaw enables an authorized attacker to locally elevate privileges. The vulnerability affects multiple Windows 10 versions, Windows 11, and various editions of Windows Server.

Impact

Exploitation of this vulnerability could lead to unauthorized privilege escalation, allowing an attacker to gain SYSTEM privileges.

Remediation

Users can apply the security update for this vulnerability, which is available through the Microsoft Update Catalog. Specific update details can be found in the Microsoft Knowledge Base articles KB5071546, KB5072033, KB5072014, and KB5071544.