CVE-2024-26221
MEDIUMCVSS 6.6/10EPSS 1.82%
Last modified
CVE-2024-26221 is a medium-severity vulnerability rated 6.6/10 on the CVSS scale. Windows DNS Server Remote Code Execution Vulnerability. EPSS estimates a 1.82% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
Windows DNS Server Remote Code Execution Vulnerability
Metrics
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:H/PR:H/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Microsoft | Windows Server 2016 | < 10.0.14393.6897 |
| Microsoft | Windows Server 2019 | < 10.0.17763.5696 |
| Microsoft | Windows Server 2022 | < 10.0.20348.2402 |
| Microsoft | Windows Server 2022 23h2 | < 10.0.25398.830 |
References
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Analyzed
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2024-26221?
Windows DNS Server Remote Code Execution Vulnerability
How severe is CVE-2024-26221?
CVE-2024-26221 has a CVSS score of 6.6/10 (MEDIUM severity). The EPSS model estimates a 1.82% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2024-26221?
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-2024-26221?
Run a free Strix scan to check your systems for this vulnerability.
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