CVE-2024-49039Windows Task Scheduler Elevation of Privilege Vulnerability

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A high-severity improper authentication in Windows 10 Version 1507 from Microsoft. Attackers are actively exploiting it in the wild (listed by CISA on November 12, 2024). It has been used in ransomware campaigns. The chance it is exploited in the next 30 days is estimated at 14.2% (higher than 97% of all known vulnerabilities). Ready-made attack tooling exists: public proof-of-concept code. Apply mitigations per vendor instructions or discontinue use of the product if mitigations are unavailable.