Microsoft Windows DWM Core Library Privilege Escalation Vulnerability

A use-after-free vulnerability has been identified in the Windows DWM Core Library. This vulnerability allows an authorized attacker to locally elevate privileges. The issue arises from improper memory management, which can be exploited to gain higher-level permissions.

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 KB5095051 to address this vulnerability. This update is available through the Microsoft Update Catalog.