CVE-2021-28310
HIGHCVSS 7.8/10Actively ExploitedEPSS 8.33%
Last modified
CVE-2021-28310 is a high-severity vulnerability rated 7.8/10 on the CVSS scale. Win32k Elevation of Privilege Vulnerability. CISA has confirmed active exploitation in the wild. EPSS estimates a 8.33% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
Win32k Elevation of Privilege 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 .
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Microsoft | Windows 10 1803 | All versions |
| Microsoft | Windows 10 1809 | All versions |
| Microsoft | Windows 10 1909 | All versions |
| Microsoft | Windows 10 2004 | All versions |
| Microsoft | Windows 10 20h2 | All versions |
| Microsoft | Windows Server 1909 | All versions |
| Microsoft | Windows Server 2004 | All versions |
| Microsoft | Windows Server 2019 | All versions |
| Microsoft | Windows Server 20h2 | All versions |
References
- https://portal.msrc.microsoft.com/en-US/security-guidance/advisory/CVE-2021-28310Patch, Vendor Advisory
- https://portal.msrc.microsoft.com/en-US/security-guidance/advisory/CVE-2021-28310Patch, Vendor Advisory
- https://www.cisa.gov/known-exploited-vulnerabilities-catalog?field_cve=CVE-2021-28310US Government Resource
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Analyzed
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2021-28310?
Win32k Elevation of Privilege Vulnerability
How severe is CVE-2021-28310?
CVE-2021-28310 has a CVSS score of 7.8/10 (HIGH severity). The EPSS model estimates a 8.33% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. This vulnerability is listed in CISA's Known Exploited Vulnerabilities catalog.
How do I fix CVE-2021-28310?
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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