Overview In August 2024, Microsoft issued an important security update addressing the vulnerability identified as CVE-2024-21302, which affects the Windows Secure Kernel Mode. This vulnerability has raised legitimate concerns, as it could potentially allow malicious actors to elevate privileges...
In an important update released just recently, Microsoft has addressed the critical Virtualization-Based Security (VBS) vulnerability dubbed CVE-2024-21302, a flaw that could potentially allow attackers to downgrade modern Windows operating systems without user awareness. This significant...
In recent news, the Indian Computer Emergency Response Team (CERT-In) has issued a critical advisory concerning multiple vulnerabilities affecting Microsoft's widely-used Windows operating systems, specifically targeting versions 10, 11, and Windows Server. These findings underscore the...
In a startling revelation at Black Hat 2024, SafeBreach security researcher Alon Leviev presented findings regarding a critical security vulnerability in Microsoft's Windows operating systems. He uncovered that two unpatched zero-day vulnerabilities could be leveraged in downgrade attacks to...
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In a troubling revelation at the recent Black Hat security conference, researchers unveiled a new attack method, termed the "Windows Downdate" attack, which could completely compromise the security of Windows 11 systems. This attack exploits vulnerabilities in the Windows Update process to...
In recent reports, a security researcher made headlines by uncovering a serious vulnerability that allows attackers to downgrade Windows devices permanently. This discovery raises significant concerns for Windows users, as it highlights the potential for exploitation that could undermine the...
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In a startling revelation, security researcher Alon Leviev has illustrated a significant vulnerability in Windows 10 and 11 that could allow malicious actors to irreversibly downgrade critical components of the operating system. This exploit leverages the Windows Update system, bypassing...