CVE-2022-50238
Microsoft Windows Driver Blocklist Synchronization Vulnerability
Description
The on-endpoint Microsoft vulnerable driver blocklist is not fully synchronized with the online Microsoft recommended driver block rules. Some entries present on the online list have been excluded from the on-endpoint blocklist longer than the expected periodic monthly Windows updates. It is possible to fully synchronize the driver blocklist using WDAC policies. NOTE: The vendor explains that Windows Update provides a smaller, compatibility-focused driver blocklist for general users, while the full XML list is available for advanced users and organizations to customize at the risk of usability issues.
INFO
Published Date :
Sept. 8, 2025, 3:15 p.m.
Last Modified :
Sept. 8, 2025, 4:25 p.m.
Remotely Exploit :
No
Source :
[email protected]
Affected Products
The following products are affected by CVE-2022-50238
vulnerability.
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No affected product recoded yet
Solution
- Apply WDAC policies to synchronize the driver blocklist.
- Ensure regular Windows updates are installed.
- Review Microsoft's driver blocklist recommendations.
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New CVE Received by [email protected]
Sep. 08, 2025
Action Type Old Value New Value Added Tag disputed Added Description The on-endpoint Microsoft vulnerable driver blocklist is not fully synchronized with the online Microsoft recommended driver block rules. Some entries present on the online list have been excluded from the on-endpoint blocklist longer than the expected periodic monthly Windows updates. It is possible to fully synchronize the driver blocklist using WDAC policies. NOTE: The vendor explains that Windows Update provides a smaller, compatibility-focused driver blocklist for general users, while the full XML list is available for advanced users and organizations to customize at the risk of usability issues. Added Reference https://github.com/wdormann/applywdac Added Reference https://learn.microsoft.com/en-us/windows/security/application-security/application-control/app-control-for-business/design/microsoft-recommended-driver-block-rules