CVE-2026-21709
MEDIUMCVSS 6.7/10EPSS 0.17%
Last modified
CVE-2026-21709 is a medium-severity vulnerability rated 6.7/10 on the CVSS scale. A vulnerability allowing a local attacker with administrator privileges to bypass Windows Driver Signature Enforcement.. EPSS estimates a 0.17% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
A vulnerability allowing a local attacker with administrator privileges to bypass Windows Driver Signature Enforcement.
Metrics
CVSS:3.1/AV:L/AC:L/PR:H/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
Source: CNA advisory (CVE.org). NVD analysis pending.
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Veeam | Backup and Replication | >= 12, < 12.3.2 |
| Veeam | Software Appliance | >= 13, < 13.0.1 |
References
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Awaiting Analysis
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2026-21709?
A vulnerability allowing a local attacker with administrator privileges to bypass Windows Driver Signature Enforcement.
How severe is CVE-2026-21709?
CVE-2026-21709 has a CVSS score of 6.7/10 (MEDIUM severity). The EPSS model estimates a 0.17% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2026-21709?
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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