Actively exploited in the wild
Microsoft Windows User Profile Service Privilege Escalation Vulnerability
Microsoft - Windows · Listed in the CISA KEV since 2022-04-25. This indicates confirmed attacks in production environments.
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CVE-2022-21919
HighCVSS 7.0KEVSummary
Windows User Profile Service Elevation of Privilege Vulnerability.
Risk Assessment
Risk of local privilege escalation, potentially leading to system takeover.
Recommendation
Install the latest Windows security updates.
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Improper link resolution before file access ('link following') in Windows User Profile Service allows an authorized attacker to elevate privileges locally.
- CVE-2021-26873High
Elevation of privilege vulnerability in Windows User Profile Service. Allows an attacker to gain higher privileges.
Original NVD description (English source)
Windows User Profile Service Elevation of Privilege Vulnerability