CVE-2021-1732: Windows Win32k Elevation of Privilege Vulnerability
Published Feb 25, 2021
·Updated
Microsoft Win32k contains an unspecified vulnerability that allows for privilege escalation.
Other sources
Windows Win32k Elevation of Privilege Vulnerability
— NVD
Affected Software
18 affected components
Microsoft Windows 10 1803
Microsoft Windows 10 1809
Microsoft Windows 10 1909
Microsoft Windows 10 2004
Microsoft Windows 10 20h2
Microsoft Windows Server 1909
Microsoft Windows Server 2004
Microsoft Windows Server 2019
Microsoft Windows Server 20h2
Microsoft Win32k
Microsoft Windows 10=20h2
Microsoft Windows 10=1803
Microsoft Windows 10=1809
Microsoft Windows 10=1909
Microsoft Windows 10=2004
Microsoft Windows Server 2016=20h2
Microsoft Windows Server 2016=1909
Microsoft Windows Server 2016=2004
Remediation
Event History
Feb 25, 2021
CVE Published
via MITRE·11:01 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·11:01 PM
DescriptionSeverity
Data Sourced
via NVD·11:15 PM
RemedyDescriptionSeverityWeaknessAffected Software
Nov 3, 2021
Known Exploited
via CISA·12:00 AM
Known Ransomware
via CISA·12:00 AM
Feb 8, 2024
News Published
via The Register·05:15 PM
News Published
via The Register·05:18 PM
Frequently Asked Questions
1
What is the severity of CVE-2021-1732?
CVE-2021-1732 has a severity rating of critical due to its potential for privilege escalation.
2
How do I fix CVE-2021-1732?
To fix CVE-2021-1732, ensure that you apply the latest security updates provided by Microsoft for your affected Windows version.
3
Which versions of Windows are affected by CVE-2021-1732?
CVE-2021-1732 affects multiple versions of Windows 10 and Windows Server, including versions 1803, 1809, 1909, 2004, and 20H2.
4
What type of vulnerability is CVE-2021-1732?
CVE-2021-1732 is classified as a Windows Win32k Elevation of Privilege vulnerability.
5
Can CVE-2021-1732 be exploited remotely?
CVE-2021-1732 requires local access and can potentially be exploited to gain elevated privileges on the affected system.