Vulnerability identifier: #VU62992

Vulnerability risk: Low

CVSSv3.1: 3.7 [CVSS:3.1/AV:P/AC:H/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:N/A:N/E:U/RL:O/RC:C]

CVE-ID: CVE-2022-29127

CWE-ID: CWE-254

Exploitation vector: Local

Exploit availability: No

Vulnerable software:
Windows
Operating systems & Components / Operating system
Windows Server
Operating systems & Components / Operating system

Vendor: Microsoft

Description

The vulnerability allows a local attacker to gain access to sensitive information.

The vulnerability exists due to an error in BitLocker. An attacker with physical access can gain access to encrypted data.

Mitigation
Install updates from vendor's website.

Vulnerable software versions

Windows: 10 - 10 S, 11 21H2, 7, 8.1 - 8.1 RT

Windows Server: 2008 - 2022

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External links
http://portal.msrc.microsoft.com/en-US/security-guidance/advisory/CVE-2022-29127

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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.