What is CVE-2022-23288?

CVE-2022-23288 is a vulnerability in the Windows DWM Core Library that allows for elevation of privilege.

Which versions of Windows are affected by CVE-2022-23288?

Windows 10 versions 21H2, 20H2, 21H1, 1909, and Windows Server 2019 are affected by CVE-2022-23288.

What is the severity of CVE-2022-23288?

CVE-2022-23288 has a severity level of high (7 out of 10).

How can I fix CVE-2022-23288?

To fix CVE-2022-23288, apply the relevant patches provided by Microsoft. Links to the patches can be found in the references.

Where can I find more information about CVE-2022-23288?

You can find more information about CVE-2022-23288 on the Microsoft Security Response Center website. The reference link provides additional details.

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CVE-2022-23288

high

8/3/2022

9/3/2022

3/8/2024

CVE-2022-23288: Windows DWM Core Library Elevation of Privilege Vulnerability

First published: Tue Mar 08 2022(Updated: )

Windows DWM Core Library Elevation of Privilege Vulnerability

Credit: secure@microsoft.com secure@microsoft.com

Affected Software	Affected Version	How to fix
Microsoft Windows 10	=20h2
Microsoft Windows 10	=21h1
Microsoft Windows 10	=21h2
Microsoft Windows 10	=1809
Microsoft Windows 10	=1909
Microsoft Windows Server	=20h2
Microsoft Windows Server	=2022
Microsoft Windows Server 2019
	=21H1	fix available externally
	=1909	fix available externally
	=21H1	fix available externally
	=1909	fix available externally
		fix available externally
		fix available externally
	=1909	fix available externally
	=21H1	fix available externally
	=1809	fix available externally
	=1809	fix available externally
	=1809	fix available externally
	=20H2	fix available externally
	=21H2	fix available externally
	=20H2	fix available externally
	=21H2	fix available externally
	=21H2	fix available externally
	=20H2	fix available externally
		fix available externally fix available externally
	=20H2	fix available externally
		fix available externally fix available externally

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Reference Links

https://msrc.microsoft.com/update-guide/vulnerability/CVE-2022-23288 (Advisory)

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2022-23288?
CVE-2022-23288 is a vulnerability in the Windows DWM Core Library that allows for elevation of privilege.
Which versions of Windows are affected by CVE-2022-23288?
Windows 10 versions 21H2, 20H2, 21H1, 1909, and Windows Server 2019 are affected by CVE-2022-23288.
What is the severity of CVE-2022-23288?
CVE-2022-23288 has a severity level of high (7 out of 10).
How can I fix CVE-2022-23288?
To fix CVE-2022-23288, apply the relevant patches provided by Microsoft. Links to the patches can be found in the references.
Where can I find more information about CVE-2022-23288?
You can find more information about CVE-2022-23288 on the Microsoft Security Response Center website. The reference link provides additional details.

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