CVE-2021-33741
HIGHCVSS 8.2/10EPSS 2.75%
Last modified
CVE-2021-33741 is a high-severity vulnerability rated 8.2/10 on the CVSS scale. Microsoft Edge (Chromium-based) Elevation of Privilege Vulnerability. EPSS estimates a 2.75% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
Microsoft Edge (Chromium-based) Elevation of Privilege Vulnerability
Metrics
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:R/S:C/C:H/I:L/A:N
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Microsoft | Edge Chromium | < 91.0.864.41 |
References
- https://portal.msrc.microsoft.com/en-US/security-guidance/advisory/CVE-2021-33741Patch, Vendor Advisory
- https://portal.msrc.microsoft.com/en-US/security-guidance/advisory/CVE-2021-33741Patch, Vendor Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2021-33741?
Microsoft Edge (Chromium-based) Elevation of Privilege Vulnerability
How severe is CVE-2021-33741?
CVE-2021-33741 has a CVSS score of 8.2/10 (HIGH severity). The EPSS model estimates a 2.75% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2021-33741?
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
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