Security features bypass in Microsoft Windows Boot Manager
| Risk | Low |
| Patch available | YES |
| Number of vulnerabilities | 1 |
| CVE-ID | CVE-2022-30203 |
| CWE-ID | CWE-254 |
| 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) Security features bypass
EUVDB-ID: #VU65214
Risk: Low
CVSSv3.1: 6.4 [CVSS:3.1/AV:P/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:C/C:H/I:H/A:H/E:U/RL:O/RC:C]
CVE-ID: CVE-2022-30203
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 Windows Boot Manager. An authenticated attacker with physical access can bypass Secure Boot
MitigationInstall updates 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-2022-30203
Q & A
Can this vulnerability be exploited remotely?
No. The attacker should have physical access to the system in order to successfully exploit this vulnerability.
Is there known malware, which exploits this vulnerability?
No. We are not aware of malware exploiting this vulnerability.
