CVE-2022-21898: DirectX Graphics Kernel Remote Code Execution Vulnerability
First published: Tue Jan 11 2022(Updated: )
DirectX Graphics Kernel Remote Code Execution Vulnerability. This CVE ID is unique from CVE-2022-21912.
Credit: secure@microsoft.com secure@microsoft.com
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Microsoft Windows 10 | =20h2 | |
| Microsoft Windows 10 | =20h2 | |
| Microsoft Windows 10 | =20h2 | |
| Microsoft Windows 10 | =21h1 | |
| Microsoft Windows 10 | =21h1 | |
| Microsoft Windows 10 | =21h1 | |
| Microsoft Windows 10 | =21h2 | |
| Microsoft Windows 10 | =21h2 | |
| Microsoft Windows 10 | =21h2 | |
| Microsoft Windows 10 | =1809 | |
| Microsoft Windows 10 | =1809 | |
| Microsoft Windows 10 | =1809 | |
| Microsoft Windows 10 | =1909 | |
| Microsoft Windows 10 | =1909 | |
| Microsoft Windows 10 | =1909 | |
| Microsoft Windows Server | =20h2 | |
| Microsoft Windows Server | =2022 | |
| Microsoft Windows Server 2019 | ||
| Microsoft Windows Server 2019 | ||
| Microsoft Windows Server | =20H2 | |
| Microsoft Windows 10 | =21H2 | |
| Microsoft Windows 10 | =1909 | |
| Microsoft Windows Server 2022 | ||
| Microsoft Windows 10 | =20H2 | |
| Microsoft Windows 10 | =21H2 | |
| Microsoft Windows 10 | =1809 | |
| Microsoft Windows 10 | =1909 | |
| Microsoft Windows 10 | =1809 | |
| Microsoft Windows 10 | =21H1 | |
| Microsoft Windows 10 | =20H2 | |
| Microsoft Windows 10 | =21H1 | |
| Microsoft Windows 10 | =21H2 | |
| Microsoft Windows 10 | =1909 | |
| Microsoft Windows 10 | =21H1 | |
| Microsoft Windows Server 2019 | ||
| Microsoft Windows 10 | =1809 | |
| Microsoft Windows Server 2022 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2022-21898?
CVE-2022-21898 has a high severity rating due to its potential for remote code execution.
How do I fix CVE-2022-21898?
To fix CVE-2022-21898, apply the security patches provided by Microsoft, which are typically available through Windows Update.
Which versions of Windows are affected by CVE-2022-21898?
CVE-2022-21898 affects multiple versions of Windows 10 and Windows Server 2019, specifically 1809, 20H2, 21H1, and 21H2.
What vulnerabilities does CVE-2022-21898 exploit?
CVE-2022-21898 exploits vulnerabilities in the DirectX Graphics Kernel to allow remote code execution.
Is CVE-2022-21898 related to any other vulnerabilities?
Yes, CVE-2022-21898 exists independently but is unique from CVE-2022-21912.
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