CVE-2021-1697: Windows InstallService Elevation of Privilege Vulnerability
First published: Tue Jan 12 2021(Updated: )
Windows InstallService Elevation of Privilege Vulnerability
Credit: secure@microsoft.com secure@microsoft.com
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Microsoft Windows 10 | ||
| Microsoft Windows 10 | =20h2 | |
| Microsoft Windows 10 | =1607 | |
| Microsoft Windows 10 | =1803 | |
| Microsoft Windows 10 | =1809 | |
| Microsoft Windows 10 | =1909 | |
| Microsoft Windows 10 | =2004 | |
| Microsoft Windows Server 2016 | ||
| Microsoft Windows Server 2016 | =20h2 | |
| Microsoft Windows Server 2016 | =1909 | |
| Microsoft Windows Server 2016 | =2004 | |
| Microsoft Windows Server 2019 | ||
| Microsoft Windows 10 | =1803 | |
| Microsoft Windows 10 | =1909 | |
| Microsoft Windows 10 | =2004 | |
| Microsoft Windows 10 | =1809 | |
| Microsoft Windows 10 | =2004 | |
| Microsoft Windows 10 | =1909 | |
| Microsoft Windows Server 2019 | ||
| Microsoft Windows 10 | =1809 | |
| Microsoft Windows 10 | =1607 | |
| Microsoft Windows 10 | =20H2 | |
| Microsoft Windows 10 | =2004 | |
| Microsoft Windows Server 2016 | ||
| Microsoft Windows Server 2016 | ||
| Microsoft Windows Server | =20H2 | |
| Microsoft Windows 10 | ||
| Microsoft Windows Server | =1909 | |
| Microsoft Windows 10 | =1803 | |
| Microsoft Windows Server | =2004 | |
| Microsoft Windows 10 | =1809 | |
| Microsoft Windows 10 | =20H2 | |
| Microsoft Windows 10 | =1909 | |
| Microsoft Windows 10 | =1803 | |
| Microsoft Windows Server 2019 | ||
| Microsoft Windows 10 | =1607 | |
| Microsoft Windows 10 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2021-1697?
CVE-2021-1697 is classified as an elevation of privilege vulnerability.
How do I fix CVE-2021-1697?
To remediate CVE-2021-1697, install the latest patches provided by Microsoft for the affected versions of Windows.
Which products are affected by CVE-2021-1697?
CVE-2021-1697 affects multiple versions of Microsoft Windows 10 and Windows Server, including versions 1607, 1803, 1809, 1909, 2004, and 20H2.
Can CVE-2021-1697 be exploited remotely?
CVE-2021-1697 requires local access to the system to exploit the vulnerability.
What types of attacks can CVE-2021-1697 enable?
CVE-2021-1697 can allow an attacker to elevate their privileges on a vulnerable system, potentially gaining unauthorized access to sensitive information.
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