CVE-2021-28353: Remote Procedure Call Runtime Remote Code Execution Vulnerability

Published Apr 13, 2021

Updated

Remote Procedure Call Runtime Remote Code Execution Vulnerability This CVE ID is unique from CVE-2021-28327, CVE-2021-28329, CVE-2021-28330, CVE-2021-28331, CVE-2021-28332, CVE-2021-28333, CVE-2021-28334, CVE-2021-28335, CVE-2021-28336, CVE-2021-28337, CVE-2021-28338, CVE-2021-28339, CVE-2021-28340, CVE-2021-28341, CVE-2021-28342, CVE-2021-28343, CVE-2021-28344, CVE-2021-28345, CVE-2021-28346, CVE-2021-28352, CVE-2021-28354, CVE-2021-28355, CVE-2021-28356, CVE-2021-28357, CVE-2021-28358, CVE-2021-28434.

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

Remediation

Patch Available

https://portal.msrc.microsoft.com/en-US/security-guidance/advisory/CVE-2021-28353

Event History

Apr 13, 2021

CVE Published

07:33 PM

Data Sourced

07:33 PM

DescriptionSeverity

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2021-28353?

The severity of CVE-2021-28353 is critical due to its potential for remote code execution.

How do I fix CVE-2021-28353?

To fix CVE-2021-28353, you should apply the latest security updates from Microsoft for the affected Windows versions.

What systems are affected by CVE-2021-28353?

CVE-2021-28353 affects multiple versions of Microsoft Windows including Windows 7, 8.1, 10, and various Windows Server editions.

Can CVE-2021-28353 be exploited remotely?

Yes, CVE-2021-28353 can be exploited remotely, allowing attackers to execute arbitrary code on vulnerable systems.

Is there a workaround for CVE-2021-28353?

While the only complete mitigation for CVE-2021-28353 is to apply the official patch, disabling Remote Procedure Call (RPC) services might reduce exposure.