CVE-2022-21882

Known Exploited

Win32k Elevation of Privilege Vulnerability

Description

Win32k Elevation of Privilege Vulnerability

Link	Tags
https://msrc.microsoft.com/update-guide/vulnerability/CVE-2022-21882	patch vendor advisory
http://packetstormsecurity.com/files/166169/Win32k-ConsoleControl-Offset-Confusion-Privilege-Escalation.html	third party advisory vdb entry
https://portal.msrc.microsoft.com/en-US/security-guidance/advisory/CVE-2022-21882	patch vendor advisory

What is the severity of CVE-2022-21882?: CVE-2022-21882 has been scored as a high severity vulnerability.
How to fix CVE-2022-21882?: To fix CVE-2022-21882, make sure you are using an up-to-date version of the affected component(s) by checking the vendor release notes. As for now, there are no other specific guidelines available.
Is CVE-2022-21882 being actively exploited in the wild?: It is confirmed that CVE-2022-21882 is actively exploited. Be extra cautious if you are using vulnerable components. According to its EPSS score, there is a ~89% probability that this vulnerability will be exploited by malicious actors in the next 30 days.
What software or system is affected by CVE-2022-21882?: CVE-2022-21882 affects Microsoft Windows 10 Version 1809, Microsoft Windows 10 Version 1809, Microsoft Windows Server 2019, Microsoft Windows Server 2019 (Server Core installation), Microsoft Windows 10 Version 1909, Microsoft Windows 10 Version 21H1, Microsoft Windows Server 2022, Microsoft Windows 10 Version 20H2, Microsoft Windows Server version 20H2, Microsoft Windows 11 version 21H2, Microsoft Windows 10 Version 21H2.