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CVE-2022-29133: Windows Kernel Privilege Escalation Risk

CVE-2022-29133

Summary

A vulnerability in Windows allows an attacker to gain elevated access to a system, potentially allowing them to install malware or take control of the system. This affects all versions of Windows, making it a critical concern for any Windows user. To protect yourself, ensure you have the latest Windows updates installed.

What to do

No fix is available yet. Check with your software vendor for updates.

Affected software

Vendor	Product	Affected versions
microsoft	windows_11	All versions `cpe:2.3:o:microsoft:windows_11:-::::::arm64:`

Original title

Windows Kernel Elevation of Privilege Vulnerability

Original description

Windows Kernel Elevation of Privilege Vulnerability

nvd CVSS2.0 7.2

nvd CVSS3.1 8.8

https://msrc.microsoft.com/update-guide/vulnerability/CVE-2022-29133
https://portal.msrc.microsoft.com/en-US/security-guidance/advisory/CVE-2022-2913... Patch Vendor Advisory

Published: 10 May 2022 · Updated: 15 Jun 2026 · First seen: 7 Mar 2026