CVE-2021-27066
MEDIUMCVSS 4.3/10EPSS 2.83%
Last modified
CVE-2021-27066 is a medium-severity vulnerability rated 4.3/10 on the CVSS scale. Windows Admin Center Security Feature Bypass Vulnerability. EPSS estimates a 2.83% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
Windows Admin Center Security Feature Bypass Vulnerability
Metrics
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:U/C:L/I:N/A:N
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Microsoft | Windows Admin Center | All versions |
References
- https://portal.msrc.microsoft.com/en-US/security-guidance/advisory/CVE-2021-27066Patch, Vendor Advisory
- https://portal.msrc.microsoft.com/en-US/security-guidance/advisory/CVE-2021-27066Patch, Vendor Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2021-27066?
Windows Admin Center Security Feature Bypass Vulnerability
How severe is CVE-2021-27066?
CVE-2021-27066 has a CVSS score of 4.3/10 (MEDIUM severity). The EPSS model estimates a 2.83% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2021-27066?
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.
How Strix Helps
- How Strix found a critical auth bypass in etcdStrix autonomously discovered a critical authentication bypass in etcd, later designated CVE-2026-33413.
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Are you affected by CVE-2021-27066?
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