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Microsoft Windows PostScript and PCL6 Class Printer Driver code execution [CVE-2023-24925]

Microsoft Windows could allow a remote authenticated attacker to execute arbitrary code on the system, caused by a flaw in the PostScript and PCL6 Class Printer Driver components.

By sending a specially crafted XPS file to a shared printer, an attacker could exploit this vulnerability to execute arbitrary code on the system.

An authenticated attacker with normal privileges could send a modified XPS file to a shared printer, which can result in a remote code execution.

Use Microsoft Windows Automatic Update to apply the appropriate patch for your system.

Duncan

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