CVE-2021-26867: Windows Hyper-V Remote Code Execution Vulnerability

Published Mar 9, 2021
·
Updated

Windows Hyper-V Remote Code Execution Vulnerability

Affected Software

11 affected componentsFixes available
Microsoft Windows 10=20h2
Microsoft Windows 10=1909
Microsoft Windows 10=2004
Microsoft Windows Server 2016=20h2
Microsoft Windows Server 2016=1909
Microsoft Windows Server 2016=2004
Microsoft Windows 10=1909
10.0.18363.1440
Microsoft Windows 10=2004
10.0.19043.867
Microsoft Windows Server=2004
10.0.19043.867
Microsoft Windows Server=1909
10.0.18363.1440
Microsoft Windows Server=20H2
10.0.19043.867

Remediation

Recommended actions to resolve this vulnerability, in priority order.

  1. Upgrade

    Upgrade to a fixed release to a version that resolves this vulnerability.

    Fixed in 10.0.18363.1440Patch KB5000808
  2. Upgrade

    Upgrade to a fixed release to a version that resolves this vulnerability.

    Fixed in 10.0.19043.867Patch KB5000802

Event History

Mar 9, 2021
CVE Published
via Microsoft·04:00 PM
Data Sourced
via Microsoft·04:00 PM
DescriptionSeverityWeakness
Data Sourced
via Microsoft·04:00 PM
Affected Software
Updated
via Microsoft·04:00 PM
Description
Mar 11, 2021
CVE Published
via MITRE·03:38 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·03:38 PM
DescriptionSeverity
Data Sourced
via NVD·04:15 PM
RemedyDescriptionSeverityAffected Software

Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2021-26867?

CVE-2021-26867 is rated as critical, indicating it poses a significant risk of remote code execution.

2

How do I fix CVE-2021-26867?

To address CVE-2021-26867, apply the relevant security updates released by Microsoft for your affected Windows version.

3

What versions of Windows are affected by CVE-2021-26867?

CVE-2021-26867 affects Windows 10 versions 20H2, 1909, 2004 and Windows Server 2016 versions 20H2, 1909, 2004.

4

What type of vulnerability is CVE-2021-26867?

CVE-2021-26867 is classified as a remote code execution vulnerability within the Windows Hyper-V.

5

Can CVE-2021-26867 be exploited remotely?

Yes, CVE-2021-26867 can be exploited remotely, allowing attackers to execute arbitrary code on the affected system.

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