CVE-2022-37988

Summary

CVE-2022-37988 is a Windows Kernel Elevation of Privilege vulnerability. Malicious actors could exploit this flaw to gain elevated system privileges, allowing them to install programs, view, change, or delete data at the highest level of access. The vulnerability exists due to improper handling of object handles in the Windows Kernel. Microsoft has released patches to address this issue, and it is recommended that all affected systems be updated promptly to mitigate the risk of exploitation. Successful exploitation could lead to significant damage, including data theft or system compromise.

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