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CVE-2024-38160

Windows - Network Virtualization

Microsoft CVSS 9.1 Updated March 15, 2026

Executive Risk Summary

"A remote code execution vulnerability exists in Windows Network Virtualization, allowing attackers to execute arbitrary code on affected systems. Successful exploitation could lead to a complete compromise of the system, emphasizing the need for immediate patching."

Operational Audit Arsenal

Target Type Executable
Target Asset nvspwmi.dll
Standard Path %windir%\System32
PowerShell
# 🛠️ Senior Engineer Universal Audit
# Target: nvspwmi.dll (Executable)
$Targets = 'nvspwmi.dll'
$SearchPaths = @("$env:windir\System32", "$env:ProgramFiles", "${env:ProgramFiles(x86)}")

Get-ChildItem -Path $SearchPaths -Include $Targets -Recurse -ErrorAction SilentlyContinue | 
Select-Object FullName, @{Name="Version";Expression={$_.VersionInfo.ProductVersion}}

Patch Impact Forecast

Reboot Required Likely

Network services may be affected

Internal Work Notes

High-priority patch for Windows Network Virtualization RCE vulnerability, requiring immediate attention to prevent potential system compromise.

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