If you are using Windows 10 or Windows 11, your system may be at risk of a cyberattack. Security flaws have been found in both operating systems that could allow hackers to steal sensitive information.
Because of this, the Indian Computer Emergency Response Team (CERT-In) has issued an official cybersecurity warning.
This alert applies to individual users as well as organizations that rely on Windows-based systems for daily work. Due to these flaws, Windows users need to be cautious and take immediate action.
What Is the Security Vulnerability?
According to CERT-In, the issue has been found in the Desktop Window Manager (DWM) component of Microsoft Windows. This component is responsible for displaying the graphical user interface.
CERT-In explained that certain memory objects in DWM are not handled properly, which creates a security loophole. Because of this flaw, local attackers may be able to access system memory and steal sensitive data.
Affected Windows Versions
The vulnerability affects the following versions:
Windows 10: Versions 1607, 1809, 21H2, and 22H2
Windows 11: Versions 23H2, 24H2, and 25H2
Users running any of these versions may be exposed to security risks if updates are not installed.
CERT-In’s Advice for Users
Although CERT-In has not labeled this flaw as critical, it still poses a serious risk. If exploited, it could lead to data theft, large-scale cyberattacks, or overall system compromise.
To reduce the risk, CERT-In has advised users to:
Install security updates immediately
Regularly check for Windows updates
Keep systems fully up to date at all times
Microsoft has already released security patches to fix these issues. Installing these updates is the best way to protect your system from possible cyberattacks.
