high
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Advisory Published
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CVE-2021-28350: Windows GDI+ Remote Code Execution Vulnerability

First published: Tue Apr 13 2021(Updated: )

Windows GDI+ Remote Code Execution Vulnerability This CVE ID is unique from CVE-2021-28348, CVE-2021-28349.

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Affected SoftwareAffected VersionHow to fix
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
Microsoft Windows Server 2008 Itanium=r2-sp1
Microsoft Windows Server 2008 Itanium=sp2
Microsoft Windows Server 2012 x64
Microsoft Windows Server 2012 x64=r2
Microsoft Windows Server 2016
Microsoft Windows Server 2016=20h2
Microsoft Windows Server 2016=1909
Microsoft Windows Server 2016=2004
Microsoft Windows Server 2019

Remedy

https://portal.msrc.microsoft.com/en-US/security-guidance/advisory/CVE-2021-28350

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • What is the severity of CVE-2021-28350?

    CVE-2021-28350 has a critical severity rating due to its potential to allow remote code execution.

  • How do I fix CVE-2021-28350?

    To fix CVE-2021-28350, users should apply the latest security updates provided by Microsoft for affected Windows versions.

  • Which systems are affected by CVE-2021-28350?

    CVE-2021-28350 affects various versions of Windows, including Windows 10, Windows 7, Windows 8.1, and multiple server versions.

  • What types of attacks can exploit CVE-2021-28350?

    CVE-2021-28350 can be exploited via specially crafted images that trigger remote code execution on the vulnerable system.

  • Are there any workarounds for CVE-2021-28350?

    While applying patches is recommended, temporary workarounds may involve disabling certain features or restricting the use of specific image files until a fix is applied.

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