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Vulnerability DatabaseCVE-2022-26808
CVE-2022-26808:
vulnerability analysis and mitigation
Overview
CVE-2022-26808 is a Windows File Explorer Elevation of Privilege Vulnerability that was disclosed on April 15, 2022. The vulnerability affects multiple versions of Microsoft Windows including Windows 10, Windows 11, and various Windows Server editions (NVD).
Technical details
The vulnerability has been assigned a CVSS v3.1 base score of 7.0 (HIGH) with the vector string CVSS:3.1/AV:L/AC:H/PR:L/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H. The vulnerability is classified as CWE-362, which relates to Concurrent Execution using Shared Resource with Improper Synchronization (Race Condition) (NVD).
Impact
If successfully exploited, this vulnerability could allow an attacker to gain elevated privileges on affected Windows systems. The vulnerability affects confidentiality, integrity, and availability of the system, all rated as High in the CVSS scoring (NVD).
Mitigation and workarounds
Microsoft has released security updates to address this vulnerability. Users are advised to apply the appropriate patches through Windows Update or manual installation of the security updates (Microsoft Security).
Additional resources
Source: This report was generated using AI
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