CVE-2021-26900: Microsoft Windows CInteractionTrackerMarshaler Use-After-Free Privilege Escalation Vulnerability
First published: Thu Mar 11 2021(Updated: )
Windows Win32k Elevation of Privilege Vulnerability
Credit: secure@microsoft.com secure@microsoft.com
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| =20h2 | ||
| =1909 | ||
| =2004 | ||
| =20h2 | ||
| =1909 | ||
| Microsoft Windows 10 | =20h2 | |
| Microsoft Windows 10 | =1909 | |
| Microsoft Windows 10 | =2004 | |
| Microsoft Windows Server 2016 | =20h2 | |
| Microsoft Windows Server 2016 | =1909 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2021-26900?
CVE-2021-26900 has a severity rating of 'Important' as it allows local attackers to escalate privileges.
How do I fix CVE-2021-26900?
To mitigate CVE-2021-26900, apply the latest security updates provided by Microsoft for the affected versions of Windows.
Which Windows versions are affected by CVE-2021-26900?
CVE-2021-26900 affects Windows 10 versions 20H2, 1909, 2004, and Windows Server 2016 versions 20H2 and 1909.
Can CVE-2021-26900 be exploited remotely?
No, CVE-2021-26900 requires local access to the computer to exploit the vulnerability.
What type of vulnerability is CVE-2021-26900?
CVE-2021-26900 is classified as an Elevation of Privilege vulnerability.
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