# Microsoft April 2024 patches include actively exploited CVE-2024-26234

Published: 2024-04-09 · Severity: elevated
Canonical: https://vorant.io/reports/d895bd1f-dc7c-5277-9c81-85e17f15248c/microsoft-april-2024-patches-include-actively-exploited-cve-2024-26234

> Microsoft patches April 2024 flaws; CVE-2024-26234 actively exploited in the wild, requires urgent patching.

On April 10, 2024, Microsoft released security patches addressing multiple vulnerabilities across its product line. Microsoft has confirmed that CVE-2024-26234 is being actively exploited in the wild, making it a priority for immediate patching. Exploitation of these vulnerabilities could allow attackers to crash applications or gain full control of affected systems. Defenders should apply Microsoft's security updates immediately through Windows Update or patch management systems. The advisory does not enumerate individual CVE details beyond CVE-2024-26234, but reflects IPA's recommendation for urgent remediation of all April 2024 Microsoft patches given confirmed active exploitation.

## Mentioned in this report

- Vulnerabilities: CVE-2024-26234

Source reporting: https://www.ipa.go.jp/security/security-alert/2024/0410-ms.html

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