CVE-2021-38086
HIGHCVSS 7.8/10EPSS 0.26%
Last modified
CVE-2021-38086 is a high-severity vulnerability rated 7.8/10 on the CVSS scale. Acronis Cyber Protect 15 for Windows prior to build 27009 and Acronis Agent for Windows prior to build 26226 allowed local privilege escalation via DLL hijacking.. EPSS estimates a 0.26% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
Acronis Cyber Protect 15 for Windows prior to build 27009 and Acronis Agent for Windows prior to build 26226 allowed local privilege escalation via DLL hijacking.
Metrics
CVSS:3.1/AV:L/AC:L/PR:N/UI:R/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Acronis | Cyber Protect | < 15 |
| Acronis | Cyber Protect | 15 |
References
- https://kb.acronis.com/content/68564Vendor Advisory
- https://kb.acronis.com/content/68564Vendor Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2021-38086?
Acronis Cyber Protect 15 for Windows prior to build 27009 and Acronis Agent for Windows prior to build 26226 allowed local privilege escalation via DLL hijacking.
How severe is CVE-2021-38086?
CVE-2021-38086 has a CVSS score of 7.8/10 (HIGH severity). The EPSS model estimates a 0.26% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2021-38086?
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.
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