CVE-2022-30190

HIGHCVSS 7.8/10Actively ExploitedEPSS 99.37%

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CVE-2022-30190 is a high-severity vulnerability rated 7.8/10 on the CVSS scale. A remote code execution vulnerability exists when MSDT is called using the URL protocol from a calling application such as Word. An attacker who successfully exploits this vulnerability can run arbitrary code with the privileges of the calling application. CISA has confirmed active exploitation in the wild. EPSS estimates a 99.37% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

A remote code execution vulnerability exists when MSDT is called using the URL protocol from a calling application such as Word. An attacker who successfully exploits this vulnerability can run arbitrary code with the privileges of the calling application. The attacker can then install programs, view, change, or delete data, or create new accounts in the context allowed by the user’s rights. Please see the MSRC Blog Entry for important information about steps you can take to protect your system from this vulnerability.

Metrics

EPSS Probability
99.37%

99.9th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Exploitation Status

This vulnerability is listed in CISA’s Known Exploited Vulnerabilities catalog, confirming active exploitation in the wild. Federal agencies must remediate by .

Affected Software

VendorProductVersionsUpdate
MicrosoftWindows 10 1507< 10.0.10240.19325—
MicrosoftWindows 10 1607< 10.0.14393.5192—
MicrosoftWindows 10 1809< 10.0.17763.3046—
MicrosoftWindows 10 20h2< 10.0.19042.1766—
MicrosoftWindows 10 21h1< 10.0.19043.1766—
MicrosoftWindows 10 21h2< 10.0.19044.1766—
MicrosoftWindows 11 21h2< 10.0.22000.739—
MicrosoftWindows 7All versionsSp1
MicrosoftWindows 8.1All versions—
MicrosoftWindows Rt 8.1All versions—
MicrosoftWindows Server 2008r2Sp1
MicrosoftWindows Server 2012All versions—
MicrosoftWindows Server 2012r2—
MicrosoftWindows Server 2016< 10.0.14393.5192—
MicrosoftWindows Server 2019< 10.0.17763.3046—
MicrosoftWindows Server 2022< 10.0.20348.770—
MicrosoftWindows Server 20h2< 10.0.19042.1766—

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Timeline

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2022-30190?
A remote code execution vulnerability exists when MSDT is called using the URL protocol from a calling application such as Word. An attacker who successfully exploits this vulnerability can run arbitrary code with the privileges of the calling application. The attacker can then install programs, view, change, or delete data, or create new accounts in the context allowed by the user’s rights. Please see the MSRC Blog Entry for important information about steps you can take to protect your system from this vulnerability.
How severe is CVE-2022-30190?
CVE-2022-30190 has a CVSS score of 7.8/10 (HIGH severity). The EPSS model estimates a 99.37% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. This vulnerability is listed in CISA's Known Exploited Vulnerabilities catalog.
How do I fix CVE-2022-30190?
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.

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Source: NVD / NIST