How severe is CVE-2023-28303?

CVE-2023-28303 has a CVSS 3.x base score of 3.3, rated low severity. It is exploitable over local access with low attack complexity, requires no privileges and user interaction. Impact on confidentiality is low, integrity none, and availability none.

Is CVE-2023-28303 being actively exploited?

It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 2% (79th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

What products are affected by CVE-2023-28303?

CVE-2023-28303 primarily affects Microsoft Snip & Sketch. In total, 2 product configurations (CPEs) are listed as vulnerable; see the affected-products list for the exact versions.

How do I fix CVE-2023-28303?

Review the linked vendor and NVD advisories for patched versions and mitigations, then upgrade or apply the recommended workaround.

When was CVE-2023-28303 published?

CVE-2023-28303 was published on 2023-06-13 and last updated on 2026-06-17.

CVE-2023-28303

CVE-2023-28303 is a low-severity vulnerability in Microsoft Snip & Sketch with a CVSS 3.x base score of 3.3. It is not currently listed as actively exploited by CISA, and its EPSS exploit-prediction score is low. The underlying weakness is classified as CWE-359.

Key facts

Severity: Low (CVSS 3.x base score 3.3)
EPSS exploit prediction: 2% (79th percentile)
Actively exploited: Not listed in CISA KEV
Weakness: CWE-359
Affected product: Microsoft Snip & Sketch
Published: 2023-06-13
Last modified: 2026-06-17

Description

Windows Snipping Tool Information Disclosure Vulnerability

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2023-28303?: Windows Snipping Tool Information Disclosure Vulnerability
How severe is CVE-2023-28303?: CVE-2023-28303 has a CVSS 3.x base score of 3.3, rated low severity. It is exploitable over local access with low attack complexity, requires no privileges and user interaction. Impact on confidentiality is low, integrity none, and availability none.
Is CVE-2023-28303 being actively exploited?: It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 2% (79th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2023-28303?: CVE-2023-28303 primarily affects Microsoft Snip & Sketch. In total, 2 product configurations (CPEs) are listed as vulnerable; see the affected-products list for the exact versions.
How do I fix CVE-2023-28303?: Review the linked vendor and NVD advisories for patched versions and mitigations, then upgrade or apply the recommended workaround.
When was CVE-2023-28303 published?: CVE-2023-28303 was published on 2023-06-13 and last updated on 2026-06-17.

References

https://msrc.microsoft.com/update-guide/vulnerability/CVE-2023-28303

Affected products (2)

cpe:2.3:a:microsoft:snip_\&_sketch:*:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
cpe:2.3:a:microsoft:snipping_tool:*:*:*:*:*:*:*:*

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