CVE-2022-21882—Microsoft Win32k Privilege Escalation Vulnerability

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2022-02-04 · last modified August 14, 2026

Metadata

CVE ID:
CVE-2022-21882
Project:
Microsoft
Product:
Win32k
Date Added:
2022-02-04
Due Date:
2022-02-18
Last Updated:
August 14, 2026

Vulnerability Name

Microsoft Win32k Privilege Escalation Vulnerability

Description

Microsoft Win32k contains an unspecified vulnerability that allows for privilege escalation.

Known To Be Used in Ransomware Campaigns?

Ransomware Status:
KNOWN

Action

Apply updates per vendor instructions.

Additional Notes

  • https://nvd.nist.gov/vuln/detail/CVE-2022-21882

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