CVE-2022-38028: Microsoft Windows Print Spooler Privilege Escalation Vulnerability
First published: Tue Oct 11 2022(Updated: )
Microsoft Windows Print Spooler service contains a privilege escalation vulnerability. An attacker may modify a JavaScript constraints file and execute it with SYSTEM-level permissions.
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| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Microsoft Windows Server 2012 R2 | ||
| Microsoft Windows 10 | ||
| Microsoft Windows 10 | =21H2 | |
| Microsoft Windows 10 | =20H2 | |
| Microsoft Windows 10 | ||
| Microsoft Windows 10 | =20H2 | |
| Microsoft Windows Server 2012 R2 | ||
| Microsoft Windows 10 | =1607 | |
| Microsoft Windows 10 | =21H1 | |
| Microsoft Windows 10 | =1809 | |
| Microsoft Windows 10 | =1607 | |
| Microsoft Windows 10 | =21H1 | |
| Microsoft Windows 10 | =21H1 | |
| Microsoft Windows 10 | =21H2 | |
| Microsoft Windows 10 | =1809 | |
| Microsoft Windows 10 | =21H2 | |
| Microsoft Windows 10 | =1809 | |
| Microsoft Windows RT | ||
| Microsoft Windows Server | ||
| Microsoft Windows Server | ||
| Microsoft Windows 8.1 | ||
| Microsoft Windows 8.1 | ||
| Microsoft Windows 10 | ||
| Microsoft Windows 10 | =20h2 | |
| Microsoft Windows 10 | =21h1 | |
| Microsoft Windows 10 | =21h2 | |
| Microsoft Windows 10 | =1607 | |
| Microsoft Windows 10 | =1809 | |
| Windows 11 | ||
| Windows 11 | ||
| Windows 11 | =22h2 | |
| Windows 11 | =22h2 | |
| Microsoft Windows 7 | =sp1 | |
| Microsoft Windows 8.1 | ||
| Microsoft Windows RT | ||
| Microsoft Windows Server | =sp2 | |
| Microsoft Windows Server | =r2-sp1 | |
| Microsoft Windows Server | ||
| Microsoft Windows Server | =r2 | |
| Microsoft Windows Server 2016 | ||
| Microsoft Windows Server 2019 | ||
| Microsoft Windows Server 2022 | ||
| Microsoft Windows Server 2016 | ||
| Microsoft Windows Server 2016 | ||
| Microsoft Windows 10 | <10.0.10240.19507 | |
| Microsoft Windows 10 | <10.0.14393.5427 | |
| Microsoft Windows 10 | <10.0.14393.5427 | |
| Microsoft Windows 10 | <10.0.17763.3532 | |
| Microsoft Windows 10 | <10.0.19042.2130 | |
| Microsoft Windows 10 | <10.0.19042.2130 | |
| Microsoft Windows 10 | <10.0.19043.2130 | |
| Microsoft Windows 10 | <10.0.19044.2130 | |
| Windows 11 | <10.0.22621.674 | |
| Microsoft Windows 8.1 | <6.3.9600.20625 | |
| Microsoft Windows RT | <6.3.9600.20625 | |
| Microsoft Windows Server 2016 | <10.0.14393.5427 | |
| Microsoft Windows Server 2019 | <10.0.17763.3532 | |
| Microsoft Windows Server 2022 | <10.0.20348.1129 | |
| Microsoft Windows | ||
| Microsoft Windows Server 2019 | ||
| Microsoft Windows Server 2019 | ||
| Windows 11 | =22H2 | |
| Windows 11 | =22H2 | |
| Windows 11 | =21H2 | |
| Windows 11 | =21H2 | |
| Microsoft Windows Server 2022 | ||
| Microsoft Windows Server 2022 |
Remedy
Apply mitigations per vendor instructions or discontinue use of the product if mitigations are unavailable.
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Reference Links
- https://www.bleepingcomputer.com/news/security/microsoft-apt28-hackers-exploit-windows-flaw-reported-by-nsa/
- https://www.bleepingcomputer.com/news/security/microsoft-russian-apt28-hackers-exploit-windows-flaw-reported-by-nsa-using-gooseegg-tool/
- https://www.theregister.com/2024/04/23/russia_fancy_bear_goose_egg/
- https://msrc.microsoft.com/update-guide/vulnerability/CVE-2022-38028 (Advisory)
- https://msrc.microsoft.com/update-guide/vulnerability/CVE-2022-38028;
- https://nvd.nist.gov/vuln/detail/CVE-2022-38028
- https://www.bleepingcomputer.com/news/security/hackers-breach-us-firm-over-wi-fi-from-russia-in-nearest-neighbor-attack/
- https://portal.msrc.microsoft.com/en-US/security-guidance/advisory/CVE-2022-38028
- https://www.darkreading.com/endpoint-security/windows-print-spooler-security-improves-in-wake-of-printnightmare-scare
Peer vulnerabilities
(Found alongside the following vulnerabilities)
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2022-38028?
CVE-2022-38028 has a critical severity level due to its potential to allow privilege escalation.
How do I fix CVE-2022-38028?
To fix CVE-2022-38028, apply the latest security updates provided by Microsoft for your affected Windows version.
Which versions of Windows are affected by CVE-2022-38028?
CVE-2022-38028 affects various versions of Windows, including Windows 10, Windows 11, and Windows Server editions.
What type of vulnerability is CVE-2022-38028?
CVE-2022-38028 is a privilege escalation vulnerability found in the Microsoft Windows Print Spooler service.
Can CVE-2022-38028 be exploited remotely?
CVE-2022-38028 requires local access or user privileges for exploitation, making it less likely to be exploited remotely.
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