CVE-2023-28303:
Windows Snipping Tool Information Disclosure Vulnerability allows attackers to access sensitive information that should be redacted.
Score
A numerical rating that indicates how dangerous this vulnerability is.
3.3Low- Published Date:Jun 13, 2023
- CISA KEV Date:*No Data*
- Industries Affected:20
Threat Predictions
- EPSS Score:0.6
- EPSS Percentile:69%
Exploitability
- Score:1.8
- Attack Vector:LOCAL
- Attack Complexity:LOW
- Privileges Required:NONE
- User Interaction:REQUIRED
- Scope:UNCHANGED
Impact
- Score:1.4
- Confidentiality Impact:LOW
- Integrity Impact:NONE
- Availability Impact:NONE
Description Preview
Windows Snipping Tool Information Disclosure Vulnerability allows attackers to access sensitive information that should be redacted.
Overview
The Windows Snipping Tool is a built-in screenshot utility in Windows operating systems that allows users to capture and annotate screenshots. This vulnerability affects the tool's redaction capabilities, where information that appears to be visually obscured or redacted can potentially be recovered. This poses a significant security risk for users who rely on the Snipping Tool to share screenshots containing sensitive information that they believe has been properly redacted. The vulnerability could lead to the exposure of personal information, credentials, financial data, or other confidential information that users intended to hide.
Remediation
- 1. Install the latest security updates from Microsoft that address this vulnerability.
- 2. Until patched, users should avoid using the Snipping Tool's redaction features for sensitive information.
- 3. As an alternative method for redacting information, consider:
- Using dedicated redaction software
- Editing screenshots in an image editor that supports proper layer-based redaction
- Cropping out sensitive information entirely rather than attempting to redact it
- 4. For organizations, implement security awareness training to educate users about the risks of improper redaction techniques.
- 5. Consider implementing data loss prevention (DLP) solutions to monitor and prevent the sharing of sensitive information in screenshots.
References
- 1. Microsoft Security Response Center: https://msrc.microsoft.com/update-guide/vulnerability/CVE-2023-28303
- 2. Microsoft Security Update Guide
- 3. MITRE CVE Entry: CVE-2023-28303
- 4. Microsoft Windows Security Updates
Industries Affected
Below is a list of industries most commonly impacted or potentially at risk based on intelligence.
