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CVE-2022-24521
CRITICAL ⌖ ON CISA KEV · EXPLOITEDA Microsoft Windows driver vulnerability allows privilege escalation and is actively exploited in ransomware attacks, impacting CMMC compliance for DIB organizations using vulnerable systems.
The Microsoft Windows CLFS driver contains a privilege escalation vulnerability (CVE-2022-24521) that is currently being exploited. This allows attackers to gain elevated privileges on affected systems, potentially leading to data breaches and ransomware infections. DIB organizations must immediately patch vulnerable systems to maintain CMMC compliance and mitigate risk.
Shame score — A critical, actively exploited vulnerability in a core Windows component demonstrates a significant failure in Microsoft's security practices and poses a substantial risk to DIB partners.
▸ RECOMMENDED ACTION Actively exploited (CISA KEV) — remediate now, ahead of your normal patch cycle.
Microsoft Windows Common Log File System (CLFS) Driver contains an unspecified vulnerability that allows for privilege escalation.
| PRODUCT | STATUS |
|---|---|
| Azure Commercial Cloud Microsoft |
Authorized |
| Azure Government (includes Dynamics 365) Microsoft |
Authorized |
| Microsoft Office 365 GCC High Microsoft |
In Process |
| Office 365 Multi-Tenant & Supporting Services Microsoft |
Authorized |