Vulnerability identifier: #VU67266

Vulnerability risk: Medium

CVSSv3.1: 7 [CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:L/UI:R/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H/E:U/RL:O/RC:C]

CVE-ID: CVE-2022-38011

CWE-ID: CWE-20

Exploitation vector: Network

Exploit availability: No

Vulnerable software:
Raw Image Extension
Client/Desktop applications / Multimedia software

Vendor: Microsoft

Description

The vulnerability allows a remote attacker to execute arbitrary code on the system.

The vulnerability exists due to insufficient validation of user-supplied input in the Raw Image Extension. A remote user can trick a victim to open a specially crafted file and execute arbitrary code on the target system.

Mitigation
Install updates from vendor's website.

Vulnerable software versions

Raw Image Extension: All versions

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External links
http://portal.msrc.microsoft.com/en-US/security-guidance/advisory/CVE-2022-38011

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Q & A

Can this vulnerability be exploited remotely?

Yes. This vulnerability can be exploited by a remote authenticated user via the Internet.

Is there known malware, which exploits this vulnerability?

No. We are not aware of malware exploiting this vulnerability.