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Windows 10 SMBGhost RCE exploit demoed by researchers

A proof-of-concept remote code execution (RCE) exploit for the Windows 10 vulnerability was developed and demoed today by researchers at Ricerca Security. The vulnerability, also known as SMBGhost, was found in the Microsoft Server Message Block 3.1.1 (SMBv3) network communication protocol. Some information on the vulnerability was leaked during last month’s Patch Tuesday after being accidentally published by a number of security vendors part of Microsoft Active Protections Program despite Microsoft’s decision to hold on to the info.

Source: https://www.bleepingcomputer.com/news/security/windows-10-smbghost-rce-exploit-demoed-by-researchers/

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