Incomplete cleanup in Microsoft Windows for Intel processors
| Risk | Low |
| Patch available | YES |
| Number of vulnerabilities | 1 |
| CVE-ID | CVE-2022-21127 |
| CWE-ID | CWE-459 |
| Exploitation vector | Local |
| Public exploit | N/A |
| Vulnerable software Subscribe |
Windows Server Operating systems & Components / Operating system Windows Operating systems & Components / Operating system |
| Vendor | Microsoft |
Security Bulletin
This security bulletin contains one low risk vulnerability.
1) Incomplete cleanup
EUVDB-ID: #VU64376
Risk: Low
CVSSv3.1: 4.8 [CVSS:3.1/AV:L/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:N/A:N/E:U/RL:O/RC:C]
CVE-ID: CVE-2022-21127
CWE-ID:
CWE-459 - Incomplete cleanup
Exploit availability: No
DescriptionThe vulnerability allows a local user to gain access to sensitive information on the system.
The vulnerability exists due to incomplete cleanup in specific special register read operations. A local user can enable information disclosure.
MitigationInstall update from vendor's website.
Vulnerable software versionsWindows Server: 2003 - 2022 20H2
Windows: 7 - XP
External linkshttp://portal.msrc.microsoft.com/en-US/security-guidance/advisory/CVE-2022-21127
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.
