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CVE-2023-36025

CISA KEV

Published November 14, 2023 · Updated April 3, 2026

high
Official Description+

Microsoft Windows SmartScreen contains a security feature bypass vulnerability that could allow an attacker to bypass Windows Defender SmartScreen checks and their associated prompts.

Affected Products

VendorProduct
MicrosoftWindows

Patch Status

Patch by 2023-12-05

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-2023-36025.