CVE-2021-42302
MEDIUMCVSS 6.6/10EPSS 0.57%
Last modified
CVE-2021-42302 is a medium-severity vulnerability rated 6.6/10 on the CVSS scale. Azure RTOS Elevation of Privilege Vulnerability. EPSS estimates a 0.57% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
Azure RTOS Elevation of Privilege Vulnerability
Metrics
CVSS:3.1/AV:L/AC:L/PR:N/UI:R/S:U/C:L/I:L/A:H
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Microsoft | Azure Real Time Operating System | < 6.1.9 |
References
- https://portal.msrc.microsoft.com/en-US/security-guidance/advisory/CVE-2021-42302Patch, Vendor Advisory
- https://portal.msrc.microsoft.com/en-US/security-guidance/advisory/CVE-2021-42302Patch, Vendor Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2021-42302?
Azure RTOS Elevation of Privilege Vulnerability
How severe is CVE-2021-42302?
CVE-2021-42302 has a CVSS score of 6.6/10 (MEDIUM severity). The EPSS model estimates a 0.57% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2021-42302?
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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Are you affected by CVE-2021-42302?
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