CVE-2022-30155

Summary

CVE-2022-30155 is a newly disclosed Windows Kernel Denial of Service (DoS) vulnerability. An attacker can exploit this weakness by sending a specifically crafted packet to a targeted Windows system. The received packet triggers a memory corruption issue in the Windows Kernel, leading to an unintended shutdown or reboot of the affected machine. This vulnerability poses a significant risk to organizations and individuals running unpatched Windows operating systems, potentially allowing attackers to launch disruptive attacks. Microsoft has released a security update to address this issue; it's strongly recommended to apply the patch to mitigate the threat.

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