CVE-2023-28270: Windows Lock Screen Security Feature Bypass Vulnerability
First published: Tue Apr 11 2023(Updated: )
Windows Lock Screen Security Feature Bypass Vulnerability
Credit: secure@microsoft.com secure@microsoft.com
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Microsoft Windows 10 | =20H2 | |
| 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 2019 | ||
| Microsoft Windows Server 2022 | ||
| Microsoft Windows 11 | =22H2 | |
| Microsoft Windows 11 | =21H2 | |
| Microsoft Windows Server 2022 | ||
| Microsoft Windows 10 | =22H2 | |
| Microsoft Windows 10 | =20H2 | |
| Microsoft Windows 10 | =21H2 | |
| Microsoft Windows 10 | =1809 | |
| Microsoft Windows 11 | =21H2 | |
| Microsoft Windows 11 | =22H2 | |
| Microsoft Windows 10 | =21H2 | |
| Microsoft Windows 10 | =22H2 | |
| Microsoft Windows Server 2019 | ||
| Microsoft Windows 10 | =21H2 | |
| Microsoft Windows 10 | =1809 | |
| Microsoft Windows 10 | =20H2 | |
| Microsoft Windows Server 2022 | ||
| Microsoft Windows Server 2019 | ||
| Microsoft Windows 10 | =1809 | |
| Microsoft Windows 10 | =22H2 | |
| <10.0.17763.4252 | ||
| <10.0.19042.2846 | ||
| <10.0.19044.2846 | ||
| <10.0.19045.2846 | ||
| <10.0.22000.1817 | ||
| <10.0.22621.1555 | ||
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2023-28270?
CVE-2023-28270 refers to the Windows Lock Screen Security Feature Bypass Vulnerability.
Which versions of Windows are affected by CVE-2023-28270?
CVE-2023-28270 affects Windows 10 versions 20H2, 21H2, and 22H2, Windows 11 versions 21H2 and 22H2, Windows Server 2016, Windows Server 2019, and Windows Server 2022.
What is the severity of CVE-2023-28270?
CVE-2023-28270 has a severity rating of 6.8, which is considered high.
How can I fix CVE-2023-28270?
To fix CVE-2023-28270, install the relevant patches provided by Microsoft. The patches can be found in the Microsoft Update Catalog.
Where can I find more information about CVE-2023-28270?
More information about CVE-2023-28270 can be found on the Microsoft Security Response Center website.
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