CVE-2022-29104

Summary

CVE-2022-29104 is a newly disclosed vulnerability affecting the Windows Print Spooler service. This elevation of privilege vulnerability allows an unauthenticated attacker to install and run malicious software on a target system, potentially leading to serious security consequences. The exploitation of this vulnerability could be achieved through remote means, making it particularly dangerous for organizations with exposed Print Spooler services. Microsoft has released a patch to address this issue, and it is strongly recommended that all affected systems be updated promptly to mitigate the risk. Failure to do so could result in unauthorized access and potential data breaches.

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