CVE-2022-21999: Windows Print Spooler Elevation of Privilege Vulnerability
Windows Print Spooler Elevation of Privilege Vulnerability
Other sources
Microsoft Windows Print Spooler contains an unspecified vulnerability which can allow for privilege escalation.
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Affected Software
Remediation
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Fixed in 6.1.7601.25860Patch KB5010422 - Upgrade
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Fixed in 6.2.9200.23605Patch KB5010412 - Upgrade
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Fixed in 6.3.9600.20269Patch KB5010395 - Upgrade
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Fixed in 6.0.6003.21374Fixed in 6.0.6003.21372Patch KB5010403 - Upgrade
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Fixed in 6.3.9600.20269Patch KB5010419 - Upgrade
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Fixed in 10.0.14393.4946Patch KB5010359 - Upgrade
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Fixed in 10.0.10240.19204Patch KB5010358 - Upgrade
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Fixed in 10.0.19042.1526Patch KB5010342 - Upgrade
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Fixed in 10.0.22000.493Patch KB5010386 - Upgrade
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Fixed in 10.0.19044.1526Patch KB5010342 - Upgrade
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Fixed in 10.0.20348.524Fixed in 10.0.20348.525Patch KB5010456 - Upgrade
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Fixed in 10.0.19043.1526Patch KB5010342 - Upgrade
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Fixed in 10.0.18363.2094Patch KB5010345 - Upgrade
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Fixed in 10.0.17763.2565Patch KB5010351
Event History
Peer vulnerabilities
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2022-21999?
CVE-2022-21999 has been rated as important severity due to its potential for privilege escalation.
How do I fix CVE-2022-21999?
To fix CVE-2022-21999, it is recommended to install the relevant security updates released by Microsoft.
What versions of Windows are affected by CVE-2022-21999?
CVE-2022-21999 affects multiple versions including Windows 10, Windows 11, and various Windows Server editions.
Can CVE-2022-21999 be exploited remotely?
CVE-2022-21999 can potentially be exploited locally by an attacker with certain access rights.
What are the symptoms of exploitation of CVE-2022-21999?
Exploitation of CVE-2022-21999 may lead to unauthorized access and elevation of privileges on the affected system.