CVE-2022-34710: Microsoft Windows 10 Version 1809 · Information Disclosure
Affects Microsoft Windows 10 Version 1809Source CVE Database V5
Not known to be exploited · CVSS 5.5 Medium.
Data as of 26 Oct 2026, 10:12 UTC
- EPSS
- 1.5% chance of exploitation in 30 days – higher than 74% of CVEsExploit Prediction Scoring System: the likelihood attackers will use this flaw soon.
CVSS:3.1/AV:L/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:N/A:N/E:U/RL:O/RC:CExploitation evidence
Disclosed: evidence found.
CVE published 9 Aug 2022
Detectable: no evidence on record.
No public nuclei template indexed
Weaponised: no evidence on record.
No public exploit code indexed in Metasploit or Exploit-DB
Exploited in the wildExploited: no evidence on record.
Not in CISA KEV and no source reports exploitation
Observed by OffSeq MirageSeen by Mirage: no evidence on record.
No attack traffic recorded by OffSeq Mirage sensors
A missing step is not evidence of safety. Sources: cve.org (opens in a new tab), the Metasploit, Exploit-DB and nuclei-templates index as of 26 Oct 2026.
What to do
Affected software
| Product | Affected | Fixed in |
|---|---|---|
| Microsoft Windows 10 Version 1809 | Affected
| Fixed in– |
AI-suggested
- Upgrade affected systems: Organizations should prioritize upgrading Windows 10 Version 1809 systems to a more recent and supported version of Windows 10 or Windows 11 where this vulnerability is addressed.
- Apply security updates: Monitor Microsoft security advisories and apply patches as soon as they become available for this vulnerability.
- Limit local access: Restrict local access to systems running Windows 10 Version 1809 to trusted personnel only. Implement strict access controls and physical security measures to reduce the risk of unauthorized local access.
- Use endpoint protection: Deploy advanced endpoint detection and response (EDR) solutions to detect suspicious activities that may indicate attempts to exploit credential-related vulnerabilities.
- Credential Guard configuration review: Review and harden Windows Defender Credential Guard configurations to ensure it is properly enabled and configured according to best practices.
- Network segmentation: Segment networks to limit lateral movement opportunities if credentials are compromised.
- Monitor logs and alerts: Implement monitoring for unusual authentication or access patterns that could indicate credential theft or misuse.
- User awareness: Educate users about the risks of local access and the importance of reporting lost or stolen devices promptly. These mitigations go beyond generic patching advice by emphasizing system upgrades, access control, and proactive detection strategies.
Description
Windows Defender Credential Guard Information Disclosure Vulnerability