CVE-2022-21839
MEDIUMCVSS 5.5/10EPSS 1.51%
Last modified
CVE-2022-21839 is a medium-severity vulnerability rated 5.5/10 on the CVSS scale. Windows Event Tracing Discretionary Access Control List Denial of Service Vulnerability. EPSS estimates a 1.51% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
Windows Event Tracing Discretionary Access Control List Denial of Service Vulnerability
Metrics
CVSS:3.1/AV:L/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:U/C:N/I:N/A:H
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Microsoft | Windows 10 | 1809 |
| Microsoft | Windows Server 2019 | All versions |
References
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2022-21839?
Windows Event Tracing Discretionary Access Control List Denial of Service Vulnerability
How severe is CVE-2022-21839?
CVE-2022-21839 has a CVSS score of 5.5/10 (MEDIUM severity). The EPSS model estimates a 1.51% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2022-21839?
Check the vendor references and advisories linked above for patched versions and mitigation guidance. You can also run a Strix scan to test if your systems are affected.
How Strix Helps
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