CVE-2021-42312
HIGHCVSS 7.8/10EPSS 0.54%
Last modified
CVE-2021-42312 is a high-severity vulnerability rated 7.8/10 on the CVSS scale. Microsoft Defender for IoT Elevation of Privilege Vulnerability. EPSS estimates a 0.54% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
Microsoft Defender for IoT Elevation of Privilege Vulnerability
Metrics
CVSS:3.1/AV:L/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Microsoft | Defender For Iot | < 10.5.2 |
References
- https://portal.msrc.microsoft.com/en-US/security-guidance/advisory/CVE-2021-42312Patch, Vendor Advisory
- https://portal.msrc.microsoft.com/en-US/security-guidance/advisory/CVE-2021-42312Patch, Vendor Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2021-42312?
Microsoft Defender for IoT Elevation of Privilege Vulnerability
How severe is CVE-2021-42312?
CVE-2021-42312 has a CVSS score of 7.8/10 (HIGH severity). The EPSS model estimates a 0.54% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2021-42312?
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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Are you affected by CVE-2021-42312?
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