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CVE-2014-1812Used in ransomware

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Microsoft Windows

Microsoft Windows Group Policy Preferences Password Privilege Escalation Vulnerability

What it is

Microsoft Windows Active Directory contains a privilege escalation vulnerability due to the way it distributes passwords that are configured using Group Policy preferences. An authenticated attacker who successfully exploits the vulnerability could decrypt the passwords and use them to elevate privileges on the domain.

What to do

Apply updates per vendor instructions.

Vendor notices and references

Description and required action as published by CISA. Full record at NVD.

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