CVE-2022-23266
HIGHCVSS 7.8/10EPSS 1.04%
Last modified
CVE-2022-23266 is a high-severity vulnerability rated 7.8/10 on the CVSS scale. Microsoft Defender for IoT Elevation of Privilege Vulnerability. EPSS estimates a 1.04% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
Microsoft Defender for IoT Elevation of Privilege Vulnerability
Metrics
CVSS:3.1/AV:L/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Microsoft | Defender For Iot | < 22.1.2 |
References
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2022-23266?
Microsoft Defender for IoT Elevation of Privilege Vulnerability
How severe is CVE-2022-23266?
CVE-2022-23266 has a CVSS score of 7.8/10 (HIGH severity). The EPSS model estimates a 1.04% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2022-23266?
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
- How Strix found a critical auth bypass in etcdStrix autonomously discovered a critical authentication bypass in etcd, later designated CVE-2026-33413.
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Are you affected by CVE-2022-23266?
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