How severe is CVE-2022-38036?

CVE-2022-38036 has a CVSS 3.x base score of 7.5, rated high severity. It is exploitable over network with low attack complexity, requires no privileges and no user interaction. Impact on confidentiality is none, integrity none, and availability high.

Is CVE-2022-38036 being actively exploited?

It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 2% (78th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

What products are affected by CVE-2022-38036?

CVE-2022-38036 primarily affects Microsoft Windows 11. In total, 3 product configurations (CPEs) are listed as vulnerable; see the affected-products list for the exact versions.

How do I fix CVE-2022-38036?

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-2022-38036 published?

CVE-2022-38036 was published on 2022-10-11 and last updated on 2026-06-17.

CVE-2022-38036

CVE-2022-38036 is a high-severity vulnerability in Microsoft Windows 11 with a CVSS 3.x base score of 7.5. 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 7.5)
EPSS exploit prediction: 2% (78th percentile)
Actively exploited: Not listed in CISA KEV
Affected product: Microsoft Windows 11
Published: 2022-10-11
Last modified: 2026-06-17

Description

Internet Key Exchange (IKE) Protocol Denial of Service Vulnerability

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2022-38036?: Internet Key Exchange (IKE) Protocol Denial of Service Vulnerability
How severe is CVE-2022-38036?: CVE-2022-38036 has a CVSS 3.x base score of 7.5, rated high severity. It is exploitable over network with low attack complexity, requires no privileges and no user interaction. Impact on confidentiality is none, integrity none, and availability high.
Is CVE-2022-38036 being actively exploited?: It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 2% (78th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2022-38036?: CVE-2022-38036 primarily affects Microsoft Windows 11. In total, 3 product configurations (CPEs) are listed as vulnerable; see the affected-products list for the exact versions.
How do I fix CVE-2022-38036?: 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-2022-38036 published?: CVE-2022-38036 was published on 2022-10-11 and last updated on 2026-06-17.

References

Affected products (3)

cpe:2.3:o:microsoft:windows_11:-:*:*:*:*:*:arm64:*
cpe:2.3:o:microsoft:windows_11:-:*:*:*:*:*:x64:*
cpe:2.3:o:microsoft:windows_server_2022:-:*:*:*:*:*:*:*

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