How severe is CVE-2022-35828?

CVE-2022-35828 has a CVSS 3.x base score of 7.8, rated high severity. It is exploitable over local access with low attack complexity, requires low privileges and no user interaction. Impact on confidentiality is high, integrity high, and availability high.

Is CVE-2022-35828 being actively exploited?

It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 0% (37th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

What products are affected by CVE-2022-35828?

CVE-2022-35828 affects Microsoft Defender For Endpoint. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.

How do I fix CVE-2022-35828?

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-2022-35828 published?

CVE-2022-35828 was published on 2022-09-13 and last updated on 2026-06-17.

CVE-2022-35828

CVE-2022-35828 is a high-severity vulnerability in Microsoft Defender For Endpoint 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)
EPSS exploit prediction: 0% (37th percentile)
Actively exploited: Not listed in CISA KEV
Affected product: Microsoft Defender For Endpoint
Published: 2022-09-13
Last modified: 2026-06-17

Description

Microsoft Defender for Endpoint for Mac Elevation of Privilege Vulnerability

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2022-35828?: Microsoft Defender for Endpoint for Mac Elevation of Privilege Vulnerability
How severe is CVE-2022-35828?: CVE-2022-35828 has a CVSS 3.x base score of 7.8, rated high severity. It is exploitable over local access with low attack complexity, requires low privileges and no user interaction. Impact on confidentiality is high, integrity high, and availability high.
Is CVE-2022-35828 being actively exploited?: It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 0% (37th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2022-35828?: CVE-2022-35828 affects Microsoft Defender For Endpoint. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.
How do I fix CVE-2022-35828?: 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-2022-35828 published?: CVE-2022-35828 was published on 2022-09-13 and last updated on 2026-06-17.

References

Affected products (1)

cpe:2.3:a:microsoft:defender_for_endpoint:-:*:*:*:*:macos:*:*

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