Windows TCP/IP Remote Code Execution Vulnerability
CVE-2024-38063 is a Remote Code Execution vulnerability that affects Windows systems with IPv6 enabled. This flaw allows an attacker to execute arbitrary code on a target machine from a remote location, making it a severe security issue. The vulnerability arises from how the Windows TCP/IP stack processes IPv6 packets, creating a pathway for attackers to exploit the system.
The core issue with CVE-2024-38063 lies in the way Windows handles IPv6 packets. When IPv6 is enabled, the operating system must process and manage network traffic that uses this protocol. The vulnerability in question arises due to insufficient validation of certain packets, which could allow an attacker to send specially crafted network requests that the system fails to properly handle.
Here’s a simplified breakdown of how this can be exploited:
- Exploit Initiation: An attacker sends malicious IPv6 packets to a target Windows system.
- Vulnerability Trigger: Due to improper handling of these packets, the system’s response may result in execution of arbitrary code.
- Remote Execution: The attacker gains control over the affected system, potentially compromising sensitive data or performing unauthorized actions.
POC:
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Running the CVE-2024-38063-POC
This is the proof of concept of Exploiting the Vulnerablity.