CVE-2022-22709
vulnerability analysis and mitigation

Overview

VP9 Video Extensions Remote Code Execution Vulnerability affects Microsoft VP9 Video Extensions before version 1.0.42791.0. The vulnerability was disclosed in February 2022 and assigned CVE-2022-22709 (Microsoft Update, NVD).

Technical details

The vulnerability has a CVSS v3.1 Base Score of 7.8 (HIGH) with vector string CVSS:3.1/AV:L/AC:L/PR:N/UI:R/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H. The vulnerability exists in the way that Microsoft Windows Codecs Library handles objects in memory (Qualys).

Impact

Successful exploitation of this vulnerability could allow an attacker to compromise the confidentiality, integrity, and availability of the affected system (Qualys).

Mitigation and workarounds

The vulnerability can be remediated by updating the VP9 Video Extensions to version 1.0.42791.0 or later through the Microsoft Store. For environments with restricted access to the Microsoft Store, the update should automatically apply if users are already using the app (Microsoft Q&A).

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