CVE-2022-30190

HighCVSS 7.8/10Known exploited (CISA KEV)Last modified Aug 6, 2026

Description

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.

Metrics

CVSS 3.1 7.8/10CVSS:3.1/AV:L/AC:L/PR:N/UI:R/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H

Affected software

No affected versions have been published.

Timeline

Published
Jun 1, 2022
Last modified
Aug 6, 2026
Added to CISA KEV
Jun 14, 2022
NVD status
Analyzed

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