CVE-2021-26898: Windows Event Tracing Elevation of Privilege Vulnerability
Windows Event Tracing Elevation of Privilege Vulnerability This CVE ID is unique from CVE-2021-26872, CVE-2021-26901.
Affected Software
Remediation
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Fixed in 6.1.7601.24566Patch KB5000851 - Upgrade
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Fixed in 6.3.9600.19968Patch KB5000853 - Upgrade
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Fixed in 6.2.9200.23298Patch KB5000840 - Upgrade
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Fixed in 6.0.6003.21070Patch KB5000856 - Upgrade
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Fixed in 6.3.9600.19968Patch KB5000848 - Upgrade
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Fixed in 10.0.14393.4283Patch KB5000803 - Upgrade
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Fixed in 10.0.10240.18874Patch KB5000807 - Upgrade
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Fixed in 10.0.19043.867Patch KB5000802 - Upgrade
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Fixed in 10.0.18363.1440Patch KB5000808 - Upgrade
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Fixed in 10.0.17763.1817Patch KB5000822 - Upgrade
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Fixed in 10.0.17134.2087Patch KB5000809
Event History
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2021-26898?
CVE-2021-26898 has been rated as important due to its potential for elevation of privilege.
How do I fix CVE-2021-26898?
To mitigate CVE-2021-26898, apply the latest Windows updates provided by Microsoft.
Which versions of Windows are affected by CVE-2021-26898?
CVE-2021-26898 affects multiple versions of Windows, including Windows 10, Windows 7, Windows 8.1, and various Windows Server editions.
What type of vulnerability is CVE-2021-26898?
CVE-2021-26898 is classified as an elevation of privilege vulnerability within Windows Event Tracing.
Can CVE-2021-26898 be exploited remotely?
CVE-2021-26898 cannot be exploited remotely as it requires local access to the affected system.