CVE-2022-30190

Name: CVE-2022-30190
Creator: NVD / NIST
Published: 2022-06-01T20:15:07.983+00:00
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/zero/1.0/

HIGHCVSS 7.8/10Actively ExploitedEPSS 99.37%

Last modified Jun 17, 2026

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

CVSS 3.1

7.8/10

CVSS:3.1/AV:L/AC:L/PR:N/UI:R/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H

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 Jul 5, 2022.

Affected Software

Vendor	Product	Versions	Update
Microsoft	Windows 10 1507	< 10.0.10240.19325	—
Microsoft	Windows 10 1607	< 10.0.14393.5192	—
Microsoft	Windows 10 1809	< 10.0.17763.3046	—
Microsoft	Windows 10 20h2	< 10.0.19042.1766	—
Microsoft	Windows 10 21h1	< 10.0.19043.1766	—
Microsoft	Windows 10 21h2	< 10.0.19044.1766	—
Microsoft	Windows 11 21h2	< 10.0.22000.739	—
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	—
Microsoft	Windows Server 2016	< 10.0.14393.5192	—
Microsoft	Windows Server 2019	< 10.0.17763.3046	—
Microsoft	Windows Server 2022	< 10.0.20348.770	—
Microsoft	Windows Server 20h2	< 10.0.19042.1766	—

References

https://msrc.microsoft.com/update-guide/vulnerability/CVE-2022-30190Vendor Advisory
http://packetstormsecurity.com/files/167438/Microsoft-Office-Word-MSDTJS-Code-Execution.htmlExploit, Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
https://portal.msrc.microsoft.com/en-US/security-guidance/advisory/CVE-2022-30190Patch, Vendor Advisory
https://www.cisa.gov/known-exploited-vulnerabilities-catalog?field_cve=CVE-2022-30190US Government Resource

Timeline

Published: Jun 1, 2022
Last Modified: Jun 17, 2026
Status: Analyzed

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2022-30190?

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