CVE-2021-44198
HIGHCVSS 7.8/10EPSS 0.25%
Last modified
CVE-2021-44198 is a high-severity vulnerability rated 7.8/10 on the CVSS scale. DLL hijacking could lead to local privilege escalation. The following products are affected: Acronis Cyber Protect 15 (Windows) before build 28035. EPSS estimates a 0.25% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
DLL hijacking could lead to local privilege escalation. The following products are affected: Acronis Cyber Protect 15 (Windows) before build 28035
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://security-advisory.acronis.com/advisories/SEC-2128Patch, Vendor Advisory
- https://security-advisory.acronis.com/advisories/SEC-2128Patch, Vendor Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2021-44198?
DLL hijacking could lead to local privilege escalation. The following products are affected: Acronis Cyber Protect 15 (Windows) before build 28035
How severe is CVE-2021-44198?
CVE-2021-44198 has a CVSS score of 7.8/10 (HIGH severity). The EPSS model estimates a 0.25% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2021-44198?
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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