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CVE-2008-4250

VendorMicrosoft
ProductWindows
Known exploitedYes
Added to CISA KEVMay 20, 2026
KEV due dateJune 3, 2026
Known ransomware useNot identified by CISA

Microsoft Windows contains a buffer overflow vulnerability in the Windows Server Service that allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via a crafted RPC request that triggers an overflow during path canonicalization.

Required action

Apply mitigations per vendor instructions, follow applicable BOD 22-01 guidance for cloud services, or discontinue use of the product if mitigations are unavailable.

CISA KEV status

This vulnerability is listed in CISA’s Known Exploited Vulnerabilities Catalog. Known ransomware campaign use: Unknown.

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