Microsoft’s September Patch Extravaganza: 79 Vulnerabilities, 7 Critical, 4 Already Exploited!

Microsoft’s September update patches 79 vulnerabilities, seven of which are rated critical. Highlighting CVE-2024-43491, a “downgrade” vulnerability in Windows 15 Version 1507, which allows attackers to remove patches and exploit older issues. Beware, your outdated software might just be a hacker’s new best friend!

Hot Take:

Microsoft’s September Patch Tuesday: the cybersecurity equivalent of a pumpkin spice latte – a seasonal must-have, but with more critical bugs and fewer calories!

Key Points:

  • Microsoft rolled out updates for 79 vulnerabilities, 7 of which are rated critical.
  • Four vulnerabilities are actively being exploited.
  • Critical vulnerabilities include CVE-2024-43491 (a downgrade vulnerability) and CVE-2024-38014 (Windows Installer issue).
  • Several vulnerabilities are related to “Mark of the Web” and security feature bypasses.
  • Remote code execution vulnerabilities in SharePoint were also addressed.

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