How severe is CVE-2022-30168?

CVE-2022-30168 has a CVSS 3.x base score of 7.8, rated high severity. It is exploitable over local access with low attack complexity, requires no privileges and user interaction. Impact on confidentiality is high, integrity high, and availability high.

Is CVE-2022-30168 being actively exploited?

It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 2% (82nd percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

What products are affected by CVE-2022-30168?

CVE-2022-30168 affects Microsoft Photos. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.

How do I fix CVE-2022-30168?

Review the linked vendor and NVD advisories for patched versions and mitigations, then upgrade or apply the recommended workaround. Given its high severity, prioritise patching exposed systems.

When was CVE-2022-30168 published?

CVE-2022-30168 was published on 2022-06-15 and last updated on 2026-06-17.

CVE-2022-30168

CVE-2022-30168 is a high-severity vulnerability in Microsoft Photos with a CVSS 3.x base score of 7.8. It is not currently listed as actively exploited by CISA, and its EPSS exploit-prediction score is low.

Key facts

Severity: High (CVSS 3.x base score 7.8)
CVSS v2: 6.8
EPSS exploit prediction: 2% (82nd percentile)
Actively exploited: Not listed in CISA KEV
Affected product: Microsoft Photos
Published: 2022-06-15
Last modified: 2026-06-17

Description

Microsoft Photos App Remote Code Execution Vulnerability

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2022-30168?: Microsoft Photos App Remote Code Execution Vulnerability
How severe is CVE-2022-30168?: CVE-2022-30168 has a CVSS 3.x base score of 7.8, rated high severity. It is exploitable over local access with low attack complexity, requires no privileges and user interaction. Impact on confidentiality is high, integrity high, and availability high.
Is CVE-2022-30168 being actively exploited?: It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 2% (82nd percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2022-30168?: CVE-2022-30168 affects Microsoft Photos. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.
How do I fix CVE-2022-30168?: Review the linked vendor and NVD advisories for patched versions and mitigations, then upgrade or apply the recommended workaround. Given its high severity, prioritise patching exposed systems.
When was CVE-2022-30168 published?: CVE-2022-30168 was published on 2022-06-15 and last updated on 2026-06-17.

References

Affected products (1)

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