A remote code execution vulnerability exists when MSDT is called using the URL protocol from a calling application such as Word. An attacker who successfully exploits this vulnerability can run code with the privileges of the calling application.
Product
Windows
Added to KEV
14 Jun 2022
Federal remediation due
5 Jul 2022
Known ransomware use
Yes
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CVE-2022-30190
Listed in CISA KEV · added 14 Jun 2022 · Microsoft · Windows
A remote code execution vulnerability exists when MSDT is called using the URL protocol from a calling application such as Word. An attacker who successfully exploits this vulnerability can run code with the privileges of the calling application.
Microsoft Windows Support Diagnostic Tool (MSDT) Remote Code Execution Vulnerability
A remote code execution vulnerability exists when MSDT is called using the URL protocol from a calling application such as Word. An attacker who successfully exploits this vulnerability can run arbitrary code with the privileges of the calling application. The attacker can then install programs, view, change, or delete data, or create new accounts in the context allowed by the user’s rights.
Please see the MSRC Blog Entry for important information about steps you can take to protect your system from this vulnerability.
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