CVE-2021-31166
CRITICALCVSS 9.8/10Actively ExploitedEPSS 99.66%
Last modified
CVE-2021-31166 is a critical-severity vulnerability rated 9.8/10 on the CVSS scale. HTTP Protocol Stack Remote Code Execution Vulnerability. CISA has confirmed active exploitation in the wild. EPSS estimates a 99.66% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
HTTP Protocol Stack Remote Code Execution Vulnerability
Metrics
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/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 |
|---|---|---|
| Microsoft | Windows 10 2004 | < 10.0.19041.982 |
| Microsoft | Windows 10 20h2 | < 10.0.19042.982 |
| Microsoft | Windows Server 2004 | < 10.0.19041.982 |
| Microsoft | Windows Server 20h2 | < 10.0.19042.982 |
References
- http://packetstormsecurity.com/files/162722/Microsoft-HTTP-Protocol-Stack-Remote-Code-Execution.htmlThird Party Advisory, VDB Entry
- https://portal.msrc.microsoft.com/en-US/security-guidance/advisory/CVE-2021-31166Patch, Vendor Advisory
- http://packetstormsecurity.com/files/162722/Microsoft-HTTP-Protocol-Stack-Remote-Code-Execution.htmlThird Party Advisory, VDB Entry
- https://portal.msrc.microsoft.com/en-US/security-guidance/advisory/CVE-2021-31166Patch, Vendor Advisory
- https://www.cisa.gov/known-exploited-vulnerabilities-catalog?field_cve=CVE-2021-31166US Government Resource
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Analyzed
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2021-31166?
HTTP Protocol Stack Remote Code Execution Vulnerability
How severe is CVE-2021-31166?
CVE-2021-31166 has a CVSS score of 9.8/10 (CRITICAL severity). The EPSS model estimates a 99.66% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. This vulnerability is listed in CISA's Known Exploited Vulnerabilities catalog.
How do I fix CVE-2021-31166?
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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