CVE-2023-28218: Windows Ancillary Function Driver for WinSock Elevation of Privilege Vulnerability
First published: Tue Apr 11 2023(Updated: )
Windows Ancillary Function Driver for WinSock Elevation of Privilege Vulnerability
Credit: secure@microsoft.com secure@microsoft.com
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Microsoft Windows 10 | =20H2 | |
| Microsoft Windows Server 2012 R2 | ||
| Microsoft Windows Server 2019 | ||
| Microsoft Windows Server 2016 | ||
| Microsoft Windows 10 | =21H2 | |
| Microsoft Windows 10 | =22H2 | |
| Microsoft Windows 10 | =20H2 | |
| Microsoft Windows Server 2012 R2 | ||
| Microsoft Windows Server 2008 R2 | ||
| Microsoft Windows Server 2022 | ||
| Microsoft Windows 11 | =21H2 | |
| Microsoft Windows 10 | =20H2 | |
| Microsoft Windows 10 | =1809 | |
| Microsoft Windows 10 | =22H2 | |
| Microsoft Windows 10 | ||
| Microsoft Windows Server 2022 | ||
| Microsoft Windows 10 | =1809 | |
| Microsoft Windows 10 | =1607 | |
| Microsoft Windows 10 | =1809 | |
| Microsoft Windows 11 | =22H2 | |
| Microsoft Windows 10 | =21H2 | |
| Microsoft Windows 11 | =22H2 | |
| Microsoft Windows 10 | =21H2 | |
| Microsoft Windows 10 | =22H2 | |
| Microsoft Windows Server 2019 | ||
| Microsoft Windows 11 | =21H2 | |
| Microsoft Windows 10 | =1607 | |
| Microsoft Windows Server 2016 | ||
| Microsoft Windows 10 | ||
| Microsoft Windows Server 2008 R2 | ||
| Microsoft Windows Server 2012 x64 | ||
| Microsoft Windows Server 2012 x64 | ||
| Microsoft Windows Server 2008 Itanium | ||
| Microsoft Windows Server 2008 Itanium | ||
| Microsoft Windows 10 1507 | <10.0.10240.19869 | |
| Microsoft Windows 10 Version 1607 x86 | <10.0.14393.5850 | |
| Microsoft Windows 10 1809 | <10.0.17763.4252 | |
| Microsoft Windows 10 20H2 | <10.0.19042.2846 | |
| Microsoft Windows 10 21h2 | <10.0.19044.2846 | |
| Microsoft Windows 10 22h2 | <10.0.19045.2846 | |
| Microsoft Windows 11 21h2 | <10.0.22000.1817 | |
| Microsoft Windows 11 22h2 | <10.0.22621.1555 | |
| Microsoft Windows Server 2008 Itanium | =sp2 | |
| Microsoft Windows Server 2008 Itanium | =r2-sp1 | |
| Microsoft Windows Server 2012 x64 | ||
| Microsoft Windows Server 2012 x64 | =r2 | |
| Microsoft Windows Server 2016 | ||
| Microsoft Windows Server 2019 | ||
| Microsoft Windows Server 2022 | ||
| Microsoft Windows Server 2008 Itanium | ||
| Microsoft Windows Server 2008 Itanium |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2023-28218?
CVE-2023-28218 has a critical severity rating, indicating a significant risk of exploitation resulting in privilege escalation.
How do I fix CVE-2023-28218?
To fix CVE-2023-28218, apply the latest security updates provided by Microsoft for your affected Windows version.
What is the impact of CVE-2023-28218?
CVE-2023-28218 allows an attacker to gain elevated privileges on a compromised system, potentially leading to unauthorized access and control.
Which Windows versions are affected by CVE-2023-28218?
CVE-2023-28218 affects multiple versions of Windows 10, Windows 11, and various Windows Server editions.
Is there a workaround for CVE-2023-28218?
No official workarounds are recommended for CVE-2023-28218; updating to the latest security patches is the advised action.
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