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CVE-2023-32049

CISA KEV

Published July 11, 2023 · Updated April 3, 2026

high
Official Description+

Microsoft Windows Defender SmartScreen contains a security feature bypass vulnerability that allows an attacker to bypass the Open File - Security Warning prompt.

Affected Products

VendorProduct
MicrosoftWindows

Patch Status

Patch by 2023-08-01

Recommended Actions

  1. Check if your systems use any of the affected products listed above.
  2. Apply vendor patches immediately if available.
  3. This vulnerability is in CISA's Known Exploited Vulnerabilities catalog — prioritize remediation.
  4. Monitor vendor advisories for updates and additional mitigations.
  5. Review logs for indicators of compromise related to CVE-2023-32049.