CVE-2021-36938
MEDIUMCVSS 5.5/10EPSS 0.76%
Last modified
CVE-2021-36938 is a medium-severity vulnerability rated 5.5/10 on the CVSS scale. Windows Cryptographic Primitives Library Information Disclosure Vulnerability. EPSS estimates a 0.76% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
Windows Cryptographic Primitives Library Information Disclosure Vulnerability
Metrics
CVSS:3.1/AV:L/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:N/A:N
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Microsoft | Windows 10 | All versions |
| Microsoft | Windows 10 | 1607 |
| Microsoft | Windows 10 | 1809 |
| Microsoft | Windows Server 2016 | All versions |
| Microsoft | Windows Server 2019 | All versions |
References
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2021-36938?
Windows Cryptographic Primitives Library Information Disclosure Vulnerability
How severe is CVE-2021-36938?
CVE-2021-36938 has a CVSS score of 5.5/10 (MEDIUM severity). The EPSS model estimates a 0.76% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2021-36938?
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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