Security features bypass in Microsoft Kerberos AppContainer
| Risk | Low |
| Patch available | YES |
| Number of vulnerabilities | 1 |
| CVE-ID | CVE-2022-30164 |
| CWE-ID | CWE-254 |
| Exploitation vector | Local |
| Public exploit | N/A |
| Vulnerable software Subscribe |
Windows Operating systems & Components / Operating system Windows Server Operating systems & Components / Operating system |
| Vendor | Microsoft |
Security Bulletin
This security bulletin contains one low risk vulnerability.
1) Security features bypass
EUVDB-ID: #VU64375
Risk: Low
CVSSv3.1: 7.3 [CVSS:3.1/AV:L/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:C/C:H/I:H/A:N/E:U/RL:O/RC:C]
CVE-ID: CVE-2022-30164
CWE-ID:
CWE-254 - Security Features
Exploit availability: No
DescriptionThe vulnerability allows a local user to bypass authentication process.
The vulnerability exists due to security feature bypass issue in Kerberos AppContainer. A local user can bypass the target application.
MitigationInstall updates from vendor's website.
Vulnerable software versionsWindows: 7 - XP
Windows Server: 2003 - 2022 20H2
External linkshttp://portal.msrc.microsoft.com/en-US/security-guidance/advisory/CVE-2022-30164
Q & A
Can this vulnerability be exploited remotely?
No. This vulnerability can be exploited locally. The attacker should have authentication credentials and successfully authenticate on the system.
Is there known malware, which exploits this vulnerability?
No. We are not aware of malware exploiting this vulnerability.
