Actively exploited in the wild
Microsoft Windows Runtime Remote Code Execution Vulnerability
Microsoft - Windows · Listed in the CISA KEV since 2022-08-18. This indicates confirmed attacks in production environments.
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CVE-2022-21971
HighCVSS 7.8KEVSummary
Windows Runtime Remote Code Execution Vulnerability.
Risk Assessment
Risk of remote code execution by an attacker, potentially leading to system takeover.
Recommendation
Install the latest Windows security updates.
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Original NVD description (English source)
Windows Runtime Remote Code Execution Vulnerability