CVE-2021-24079: Windows Backup Engine Information Disclosure Vulnerability
Published Feb 25, 2021
·Updated
Windows Backup Engine Information Disclosure Vulnerability
Affected Software
16 affected components
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 8.1
Microsoft Windows RT 8.1
Microsoft Windows Server 2012
Microsoft Windows Server 2012=r2
Microsoft Windows Server 2016
Microsoft Windows Server 2016=20h2
Microsoft Windows Server 2016=1909
Microsoft Windows Server 2016=2004
Microsoft Windows Server 2019
Remediation
Event History
Feb 25, 2021
CVE Published
11:01 PM
Data Sourced
11:01 PM
DescriptionSeverity
Data Sourced
via NVD·11:15 PM
RemedyDescriptionSeverityAffected Software
Frequently Asked Questions
1
What is the severity of CVE-2021-24079?
CVE-2021-24079 has a severity rating of important according to Microsoft.
2
What types of systems are affected by CVE-2021-24079?
CVE-2021-24079 affects multiple versions of Microsoft Windows 10, Windows 8.1, Windows RT 8.1, and several Windows Server editions.
3
How can I fix CVE-2021-24079?
To fix CVE-2021-24079, apply the latest security update provided by Microsoft for your affected system.
4
What kind of vulnerability is CVE-2021-24079?
CVE-2021-24079 is an information disclosure vulnerability that can allow attackers to access sensitive information.
5
Is there any workaround for CVE-2021-24079?
There are currently no documented workarounds for CVE-2021-24079, so updating your system is the recommended action.