CVE-2021-1675
HIGHCVSS 7.8/10Actively ExploitedEPSS 84.81%
Last modified
CVE-2021-1675 is a high-severity vulnerability rated 7.8/10 on the CVSS scale. Windows Print Spooler Remote Code Execution Vulnerability. CISA has confirmed active exploitation in the wild. EPSS estimates a 84.81% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
Windows Print Spooler Remote Code Execution Vulnerability
Metrics
Exploitation Status
This vulnerability is listed in CISA’s Known Exploited Vulnerabilities catalog, confirming active exploitation in the wild. Federal agencies must remediate by .
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions | Update |
|---|---|---|---|
| Microsoft | Windows 10 1507 | < 10.0.10240.18967 | — |
| Microsoft | Windows 10 1607 | < 10.0.14393.4467 | — |
| Microsoft | Windows 10 1809 | < 10.0.17763.1999 | — |
| Microsoft | Windows 10 1909 | < 10.0.18363.1621 | — |
| Microsoft | Windows 10 2004 | < 10.0.19041.1052 | — |
| Microsoft | Windows 10 20h2 | < 10.0.19042.1052 | — |
| Microsoft | Windows 10 21h1 | < 10.0.19043.1052 | — |
| Microsoft | Windows 7 | All versions | Sp1 |
| Microsoft | Windows 8.1 | All versions | — |
| Microsoft | Windows Rt 8.1 | All versions | — |
| Microsoft | Windows Server 2004 | < 10.0.19041.1052 | — |
| Microsoft | Windows Server 2008 | All versions | Sp2 |
| Microsoft | Windows Server 2008 | r2 | Sp1 |
| Microsoft | Windows Server 2012 | All versions | — |
| Microsoft | Windows Server 2012 | r2 | — |
| Microsoft | Windows Server 2016 | < 10.0.14393.4467 | — |
| Microsoft | Windows Server 2019 | < 10.0.17763.1999 | — |
References
- https://packetstormsecurity.com/files/163349/Microsoft-PrintNightmare-Proof-Of-Concept.htmlThird Party Advisory, VDB Entry
- https://packetstormsecurity.com/files/163351/PrintNightmare-Windows-Spooler-Service-Remote-Code-Execution.htmlThird Party Advisory, VDB Entry
- https://packetstormsecurity.com/files/167261/Print-Spooler-Remote-DLL-Injection.htmlExploit, Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
- https://portal.msrc.microsoft.com/en-US/security-guidance/advisory/CVE-2021-1675Patch, Vendor Advisory
- https://www.kb.cert.org/vuls/id/383432Third Party Advisory, US Government Resource
- https://packetstormsecurity.com/files/163349/Microsoft-PrintNightmare-Proof-Of-Concept.htmlThird Party Advisory, VDB Entry
- https://packetstormsecurity.com/files/163351/PrintNightmare-Windows-Spooler-Service-Remote-Code-Execution.htmlThird Party Advisory, VDB Entry
- https://packetstormsecurity.com/files/167261/Print-Spooler-Remote-DLL-Injection.htmlExploit, Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
- https://portal.msrc.microsoft.com/en-US/security-guidance/advisory/CVE-2021-1675Patch, Vendor Advisory
- https://www.kb.cert.org/vuls/id/383432Third Party Advisory, US Government Resource
- https://www.cisa.gov/known-exploited-vulnerabilities-catalog?field_cve=CVE-2021-1675US Government Resource
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Analyzed
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2021-1675?
Windows Print Spooler Remote Code Execution Vulnerability
How severe is CVE-2021-1675?
CVE-2021-1675 has a CVSS score of 7.8/10 (HIGH severity). The EPSS model estimates a 84.81% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. This vulnerability is listed in CISA's Known Exploited Vulnerabilities catalog.
How do I fix CVE-2021-1675?
Check the vendor references and advisories linked above for patched versions and mitigation guidance. You can also run a Strix scan to test if your systems are affected.
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