CVE-2021-31207
MEDIUMCVSS 6.6/10Actively ExploitedEPSS 99.78%
Last modified
CVE-2021-31207 is a medium-severity vulnerability rated 6.6/10 on the CVSS scale. Microsoft Exchange Server Security Feature Bypass Vulnerability. CISA has confirmed active exploitation in the wild. EPSS estimates a 99.78% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
Microsoft Exchange Server Security Feature Bypass 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 | Update |
|---|---|---|---|
| Microsoft | Exchange Server | 2013 | Cumulative Update 23 |
| Microsoft | Exchange Server | 2016 | Cumulative Update 19 |
| Microsoft | Exchange Server | 2019 | Cumulative Update 8 |
References
- https://packetstormsecurity.com/files/163895/Microsoft-Exchange-ProxyShell-Remote-Code-Execution.htmlExploit, Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
- https://portal.msrc.microsoft.com/en-US/security-guidance/advisory/CVE-2021-31207Patch, Vendor Advisory
- https://www.zerodayinitiative.com/advisories/ZDI-21-819/Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
- https://packetstormsecurity.com/files/163895/Microsoft-Exchange-ProxyShell-Remote-Code-Execution.htmlExploit, Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
- https://portal.msrc.microsoft.com/en-US/security-guidance/advisory/CVE-2021-31207Patch, Vendor Advisory
- https://www.zerodayinitiative.com/advisories/ZDI-21-819/Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
- https://www.cisa.gov/known-exploited-vulnerabilities-catalog?field_cve=CVE-2021-31207US Government Resource
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Analyzed
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2021-31207?
Microsoft Exchange Server Security Feature Bypass Vulnerability
How severe is CVE-2021-31207?
CVE-2021-31207 has a CVSS score of 6.6/10 (MEDIUM severity). The EPSS model estimates a 99.78% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. This vulnerability is listed in CISA's Known Exploited Vulnerabilities catalog.
How do I fix CVE-2021-31207?
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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