CVE-2021-26857
HIGHCVSS 7.8/10Actively ExploitedEPSS 94.01%
Last modified
CVE-2021-26857 is a high-severity vulnerability rated 7.8/10 on the CVSS scale. Microsoft Exchange Server Remote Code Execution Vulnerability. CISA has confirmed active exploitation in the wild. EPSS estimates a 94.01% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
Microsoft Exchange Server Remote Code Execution Vulnerability
Metrics
CVSS:3.1/AV:L/AC:L/PR:N/UI:R/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H
Exploitation Status
This vulnerability is listed in CISA’s Known Exploited Vulnerabilities catalog, confirming active exploitation in the wild. Federal agencies must remediate by .
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions | Update |
|---|---|---|---|
| Microsoft | Exchange Server | 2010 | Sp3 |
| Microsoft | Exchange Server | 2013 | Cumulative Update 22 |
| Microsoft | Exchange Server | 2016 | Cumulative Update 10 |
| Microsoft | Exchange Server | 2019 | — |
References
- https://portal.msrc.microsoft.com/en-US/security-guidance/advisory/CVE-2021-26857Patch, Vendor Advisory
- https://portal.msrc.microsoft.com/en-US/security-guidance/advisory/CVE-2021-26857Patch, Vendor Advisory
- https://www.cisa.gov/known-exploited-vulnerabilities-catalog?field_cve=CVE-2021-26857US Government Resource
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Analyzed
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2021-26857?
Microsoft Exchange Server Remote Code Execution Vulnerability
How severe is CVE-2021-26857?
CVE-2021-26857 has a CVSS score of 7.8/10 (HIGH severity). The EPSS model estimates a 94.01% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. This vulnerability is listed in CISA's Known Exploited Vulnerabilities catalog.
How do I fix CVE-2021-26857?
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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