Intrusion PreventionMS.Defender.MpEngine.Remote.Code.Execution
Description
This indicates an attack attempt to exploit an Buffer Overflow Vulnerability in Windows Defender.
The vulnerability is due to an error when the vulnerable software handles a maliciously crafted file. A remote attacker may be able to exploit this to execute arbitrary code, via a crafted file.
Affected Products
Microsoft Malware Protection Engine
Impact
System Compromise: Remote attackers can gain control of vulnerable systems.
Recommended Actions
Apply the most recent upgrade or patch from the vendor.
https://portal.msrc.microsoft.com/en-US/security-guidance/advisory/CVE-2021-42298
Telemetry
Coverage
| IPS (Regular DB) | |
| IPS (Extended DB) |
| ID | 50875 |
| Created | Nov 09, 2021 |
| Updated | Apr 06, 2022 |
| Risk |
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| CVE ID | CVE-2021-42298 |
| Exploit Prediction Score | 0.43% |
| Default Action | drop |
| Active | |
| Affected OS | Windows |
| Affected App | Other |