Vulnerability identifier: #VU70161

Vulnerability risk: High

CVSSv3.1: 7.3 [CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:R/S:U/C:L/I:H/A:L/E:H/RL:O/RC:C]

CVE-ID: CVE-2022-44698

CWE-ID: CWE-254

Exploitation vector: Network

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 remote attacker to bypass implemented security restrictions.

The vulnerability exists due to an error in Windows SmartScreen. A remote attacker can bypass Mark of the Web (MOTW) defenses and potentially compromise the affected system.

Note, the vulnerability is being actively exploited in the wild.

Mitigation
Install updates from vendor's website.

Vulnerable software versions

Windows: 10 - 10 S, 11 - 11 22H2

Windows Server: 2016 - 2022 20H2

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External links
http://portal.msrc.microsoft.com/en-US/security-guidance/advisory/CVE-2022-44698

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Q & A

Can this vulnerability be exploited remotely?

Yes. This vulnerability can be exploited by a remote non-authenticated attacker via the Internet.

Is there known malware, which exploits this vulnerability?

Yes. This vulnerability is being exploited in the wild.