CVE-2021-33786
HIGHCVSS 8.1/10EPSS 1.96%
Last modified
CVE-2021-33786 is a high-severity vulnerability rated 8.1/10 on the CVSS scale. Windows LSA Security Feature Bypass Vulnerability. EPSS estimates a 1.96% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
Windows LSA Security Feature Bypass Vulnerability
Metrics
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:N
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions | Update |
|---|---|---|---|
| Microsoft | Windows Server 2008 | All versions | Sp2 |
| Microsoft | Windows Server 2008 | r2 | Sp1 |
| Microsoft | Windows Server 2012 | All versions | — |
| Microsoft | Windows Server 2012 | r2 | — |
| Microsoft | Windows Server 2016 | All versions | — |
| Microsoft | Windows Server 2016 | 20h2 | — |
| Microsoft | Windows Server 2016 | 2004 | — |
| Microsoft | Windows Server 2019 | All versions | — |
References
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2021-33786?
Windows LSA Security Feature Bypass Vulnerability
How severe is CVE-2021-33786?
CVE-2021-33786 has a CVSS score of 8.1/10 (HIGH severity). The EPSS model estimates a 1.96% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2021-33786?
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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