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8.0 — CRITICAL
Microsoft Edge Stores Passwords in Process Memory, Posing Enterprise Risk
A proof-of-concept exploit (PoC) shows how someone with admin privileges can exploit the issue to steal passwords, and thus use them to engage in further malicious activity.
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🔍Threat Overview
Microsoft Edge stores passwords in process memory, allowing an attacker with admin privileges to steal sensitive information. This vulnerability poses a significant risk to organizations using Microsoft Edge, particularly those with unpatched systems.
⚙️Technical Details
Affected Systems
Microsoft Edge
Attack Vectors
admin privileges
💥Impact Assessment
Severity: High
Who Is at Risk
Organizations using Microsoft Edge
🛡️Recommended Actions
1Apply a patch to Microsoft Edge as soon as possible
2Implement strict access controls for admin privileges
3Monitor system logs for suspicious activity
📦Affected Products
Microsoft Edge
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