CVE-2021-43221
MEDIUMCVSS 4.2/10EPSS 0.97%
Last modified
CVE-2021-43221 is a medium-severity vulnerability rated 4.2/10 on the CVSS scale. Microsoft Edge (Chromium-based) Remote Code Execution Vulnerability. EPSS estimates a 0.97% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
Microsoft Edge (Chromium-based) Remote Code Execution Vulnerability
Metrics
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:H/PR:N/UI:R/S:U/C:L/I:L/A:N
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Microsoft | Edge Chromium | < 96.0.1054.29 |
References
- https://portal.msrc.microsoft.com/en-US/security-guidance/advisory/CVE-2021-43221Patch, Vendor Advisory
- https://portal.msrc.microsoft.com/en-US/security-guidance/advisory/CVE-2021-43221Patch, Vendor Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2021-43221?
Microsoft Edge (Chromium-based) Remote Code Execution Vulnerability
How severe is CVE-2021-43221?
CVE-2021-43221 has a CVSS score of 4.2/10 (MEDIUM severity). The EPSS model estimates a 0.97% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2021-43221?
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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