CVE-2022-21899
MEDIUMCVSS 5.5/10EPSS 1.43%
Last modified
CVE-2022-21899 is a medium-severity vulnerability rated 5.5/10 on the CVSS scale. Windows Extensible Firmware Interface Security Feature Bypass Vulnerability. EPSS estimates a 1.43% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
Windows Extensible Firmware Interface Security Feature Bypass 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 | Update |
|---|---|---|---|
| Microsoft | Windows 10 | All versions | — |
| Microsoft | Windows 7 | All versions | Sp1 |
| Microsoft | Windows 8.1 | All versions | — |
| Microsoft | Windows Rt 8.1 | All versions | — |
| Microsoft | Windows Server 2008 | r2 | Sp1 |
| Microsoft | Windows Server 2012 | All versions | — |
| Microsoft | Windows Server 2012 | r2 | — |
References
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2022-21899?
Windows Extensible Firmware Interface Security Feature Bypass Vulnerability
How severe is CVE-2022-21899?
CVE-2022-21899 has a CVSS score of 5.5/10 (MEDIUM severity). The EPSS model estimates a 1.43% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2022-21899?
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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