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Vulnerability DatabaseCVE-2022-26915
CVE-2022-26915:
vulnerability analysis and mitigation
Overview
Windows Secure Channel Denial of Service Vulnerability (CVE-2022-26915) was identified and disclosed in March 2022, affecting Windows Embedded Compact 2013 systems. The vulnerability was officially recorded on March 11, 2022, and Microsoft, as the assigning CNA (CVE Numbering Authority), documented this security issue (CVE MITRE).
Technical details
The vulnerability specifically affects the Secure Channel (Schannel) component in Windows systems. Technical details indicate that the issue is related to the Schannel.dll component, which was subsequently updated in the security patches (Microsoft Support).
Impact
This vulnerability is classified as a Denial of Service (DoS) issue affecting Windows Secure Channel, which could potentially impact system availability (NVD NIST).
Mitigation and workarounds
Microsoft released security updates to address this vulnerability in September 2022. The fix requires installation of update KB5016572 for Windows Embedded Compact 2013. After applying the update, a clean build of the whole platform is required, which can be performed either by cleaning and rebuilding the solution or rebuilding the solution directly (Microsoft Support).
Additional resources
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