CVE-2021-33766
HIGHCVSS 7.3/10Actively ExploitedEPSS 97.50%
Last modified
CVE-2021-33766 is a high-severity vulnerability rated 7.3/10 on the CVSS scale. Microsoft Exchange Server Information Disclosure Vulnerability. CISA has confirmed active exploitation in the wild. EPSS estimates a 97.50% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
Microsoft Exchange Server Information Disclosure Vulnerability
Metrics
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:L/I:L/A:L
Exploitation Status
This vulnerability is listed in CISA’s Known Exploited Vulnerabilities catalog, confirming active exploitation in the wild. Federal agencies must remediate by .
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://msrc.microsoft.com/update-guide/vulnerability/CVE-2021-33766Patch, Vendor Advisory
- https://portal.msrc.microsoft.com/en-US/security-guidance/advisory/CVE-2021-33766Patch, Vendor Advisory
- https://www.zerodayinitiative.com/advisories/ZDI-21-798/Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
- https://www.cisa.gov/known-exploited-vulnerabilities-catalog?field_cve=CVE-2021-33766US Government Resource
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Analyzed
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2021-33766?
Microsoft Exchange Server Information Disclosure Vulnerability
How severe is CVE-2021-33766?
CVE-2021-33766 has a CVSS score of 7.3/10 (HIGH severity). The EPSS model estimates a 97.50% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. This vulnerability is listed in CISA's Known Exploited Vulnerabilities catalog.
How do I fix CVE-2021-33766?
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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