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CVE-2023-28229

CISA KEV

Published October 4, 2023 · Updated April 3, 2026

high
Official Description+

Microsoft Windows Cryptographic Next Generation (CNG) Key Isolation Service contains an unspecified vulnerability that allows an attacker to gain specific limited SYSTEM privileges.

Affected Products

VendorProduct
MicrosoftWindows CNG Key Isolation Service

Patch Status

Patch by 2023-10-25

Recommended Actions

  1. Check if your systems use any of the affected products listed above.
  2. Apply vendor patches immediately if available.
  3. This vulnerability is in CISA's Known Exploited Vulnerabilities catalog — prioritize remediation.
  4. Monitor vendor advisories for updates and additional mitigations.
  5. Review logs for indicators of compromise related to CVE-2023-28229.