CVE-2021-31985
HIGHCVSS 7.8/10EPSS 7.76%
Last modified
CVE-2021-31985 is a high-severity vulnerability rated 7.8/10 on the CVSS scale. Microsoft Defender Remote Code Execution Vulnerability. EPSS estimates a 7.76% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
Microsoft Defender Remote Code Execution Vulnerability
Metrics
CVSS:3.1/AV:L/AC:L/PR:N/UI:R/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Microsoft | Malware Protection Engine | < 1.1.18200.3 |
References
- http://packetstormsecurity.com/files/163443/MpEngine-ASProtect-Embedded-Runtime-DLL-Memory-Corruption.htmlThird Party Advisory, VDB Entry
- https://portal.msrc.microsoft.com/en-US/security-guidance/advisory/CVE-2021-31985Patch, Vendor Advisory
- http://packetstormsecurity.com/files/163443/MpEngine-ASProtect-Embedded-Runtime-DLL-Memory-Corruption.htmlThird Party Advisory, VDB Entry
- https://portal.msrc.microsoft.com/en-US/security-guidance/advisory/CVE-2021-31985Patch, Vendor Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2021-31985?
Microsoft Defender Remote Code Execution Vulnerability
How severe is CVE-2021-31985?
CVE-2021-31985 has a CVSS score of 7.8/10 (HIGH severity). The EPSS model estimates a 7.76% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2021-31985?
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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