CVE-2021-26887: Microsoft Windows Folder Redirection Elevation of Privilege Vulnerability
First published: Thu Mar 11 2021(Updated: )
Microsoft Windows Folder Redirection Elevation of Privilege Vulnerability
Credit: secure@microsoft.com
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Windows 10 | ||
| Windows 10 | =20h2 | |
| Windows 10 | =1607 | |
| Windows 10 | =1803 | |
| Windows 10 | =1809 | |
| Windows 10 | =1909 | |
| Windows 10 | =2004 | |
| Microsoft Windows 7 | =sp1 | |
| Microsoft Windows | ||
| Microsoft Windows RT | ||
| Microsoft Windows Server | =sp2 | |
| Microsoft Windows Server | =r2-sp1 | |
| Microsoft Windows Server | ||
| Microsoft Windows Server | =r2 | |
| Microsoft Windows Server 2016 | ||
| Microsoft Windows Server 2016 | =20h2 | |
| Microsoft Windows Server 2016 | =1909 | |
| Microsoft Windows Server 2016 | =2004 | |
| Microsoft Windows Server 2019 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2021-26887?
CVE-2021-26887 has a severity rating of Important as it allows elevation of privilege in Windows.
How do I fix CVE-2021-26887?
To fix CVE-2021-26887, apply the latest security updates released by Microsoft for your affected Windows version.
Which Windows versions are affected by CVE-2021-26887?
CVE-2021-26887 affects multiple versions of Microsoft Windows including Windows 10, Windows Server 2008, Windows Server 2016, and Windows Server 2019.
What type of vulnerability is CVE-2021-26887?
CVE-2021-26887 is an elevation of privilege vulnerability due to improper folder redirection configuration.
Can CVE-2021-26887 be exploited remotely?
CVE-2021-26887 requires local access to exploit, but it could enable an attacker to gain higher privileges on the system.
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