CVE-2022-21884
HIGHCVSS 7.8/10EPSS 0.67%
Last modified
CVE-2022-21884 is a high-severity vulnerability rated 7.8/10 on the CVSS scale. Local Security Authority Subsystem Service Elevation of Privilege Vulnerability. EPSS estimates a 0.67% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
Local Security Authority Subsystem Service Elevation of Privilege Vulnerability
Metrics
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions | Update |
|---|---|---|---|
| Microsoft | Windows Server | 20h2 | — |
| Microsoft | Windows Server | 2022 | — |
| Microsoft | Windows Server 2008 | All versions | Sp2 |
| Microsoft | Windows Server 2008 | r2 | Sp1 |
| Microsoft | Windows Server 2012 | All versions | — |
| Microsoft | Windows Server 2012 | r2 | — |
| Microsoft | Windows Server 2016 | All versions | — |
| Microsoft | Windows Server 2019 | All versions | — |
References
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2022-21884?
Local Security Authority Subsystem Service Elevation of Privilege Vulnerability
How severe is CVE-2022-21884?
CVE-2022-21884 has a CVSS score of 7.8/10 (HIGH severity). The EPSS model estimates a 0.67% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2022-21884?
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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