Microsoft Addresses Undetectable Downgrade Attacks in Windows Update

Aug 9, 2024, 01:16 PM

Microsoft is addressing critical vulnerabilities in the Windows Update system that could allow attackers to execute undetectable downgrade attacks. These flaws enable the replacement of current Windows files with older, vulnerable versions, exposing patched systems to old vulnerabilities. This security issue, referred to as the Windows Downgrade Attack, has raised concerns about the reliability of Windows Update as a security measure.