CVE-2021-28318: Windows GDI+ Information Disclosure Vulnerability

Published Apr 13, 2021
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Updated

Windows GDI+ Information Disclosure Vulnerability

Affected Software

19 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 7=sp1
Microsoft Windows 8.1
Microsoft Windows RT 8.1
Microsoft Windows Server 2008=sp2
Microsoft Windows Server 2008=r2-sp1
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

Event History

Apr 13, 2021
CVE Published
07:32 PM
Data Sourced
07:32 PM
DescriptionSeverity

Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2021-28318?

The severity of CVE-2021-28318 is rated as important by Microsoft.

2

How do I fix CVE-2021-28318?

To fix CVE-2021-28318, install the latest security updates provided by Microsoft for your affected Windows version.

3

What systems are affected by CVE-2021-28318?

CVE-2021-28318 affects various versions of Microsoft Windows, including Windows 10, 8.1, Windows Server, and Windows 7.

4

What type of vulnerability is CVE-2021-28318?

CVE-2021-28318 is an information disclosure vulnerability in the Windows GDI+ component.

5

Can CVE-2021-28318 be exploited remotely?

Yes, CVE-2021-28318 could potentially allow an attacker to obtain sensitive information from the affected system.

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