HIGH CISA KEV

CVE-2022-30190

CVSS v3

7.8

HIGH

EPSS Score

93.4%

exploit probability

CISA KEV

Yes

known exploited

Exploitation

SSVC status

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.

CISA Known Exploited Vulnerability

Date Added
6/14/2022
Patch Due Date
7/5/2022
Ransomware Use
Known

Technical details

Published
6/1/2022

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.

Is CVE-2022-30190 actively exploited?

Yes. CVE-2022-30190 is on the CISA Known Exploited Vulnerabilities (KEV) catalog, meaning it has been confirmed as actively exploited in the wild. CISA requires federal agencies to patch by 7/5/2022.

What is the CVSS score for CVE-2022-30190?

CVE-2022-30190 has a CVSS v3 base score of 7.8 (HIGH severity).

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