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CVE-2014-1812

Microsoft | WindowsAdded 2021-11-03Remediation Deadline 2022-05-03Active Ransomware Campaign

Microsoft Windows Group Policy Preferences Password Privilege Escalation Vulnerability

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.

Required Action

Apply updates per vendor instructions.

Weakness Classification

CWE-255

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