Vulnerability identifier: #VU74041

Vulnerability risk: Low

CVSSv3.1: 3.5 [CVSS:3.1/AV:L/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:L/I:N/A:N/E:U/RL:O/RC:C]

CVE-ID: CVE-2023-28303

CWE-ID: CWE-200

Exploitation vector: Local

Exploit availability: No

Vulnerable software:
Snip & Sketch for Windows 10
Other software / Other software solutions
Snipping Tool
Other software / Other software solutions

Vendor:

Description

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

The vulnerability exists due to excessive data output by the application in Windows Snipping Tool. A local attacker can gain unauthorized access to sensitive information on the system.

Mitigation
Install updates from vendor's website.

Vulnerable software versions

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External links
http://portal.msrc.microsoft.com/en-US/security-guidance/advisory/CVE-2023-28303

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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.