CVE-2021-28444: Windows Hyper-V Security Feature Bypass Vulnerability
First published: Tue Apr 13 2021(Updated: )
Windows Hyper-V Security Feature Bypass Vulnerability
Credit: secure@microsoft.com
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How 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 8.1 | ||
| Microsoft Windows Server | =r2 | |
| Microsoft Windows Server 2016 | ||
| Microsoft Windows Server 2016 | =20h2 | |
| Microsoft Windows Server 2016 | =1909 | |
| Microsoft Windows Server 2016 | =2004 | |
| Microsoft Windows Server 2019 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2021-28444?
CVE-2021-28444 has a severity rating of 'Important' according to Microsoft's classification.
How do I fix CVE-2021-28444?
To mitigate CVE-2021-28444, it's essential to apply the latest security updates provided by Microsoft.
Which operating systems are affected by CVE-2021-28444?
CVE-2021-28444 affects multiple versions of Windows 10, Windows 8.1, and Windows Server platforms including 2012 R2, 2016, and 2019.
What type of attack does CVE-2021-28444 enable?
CVE-2021-28444 allows an attacker to bypass security features of Windows Hyper-V, potentially leading to unauthorized access.
Is there a workaround for CVE-2021-28444?
Currently, the primary recommendation for CVE-2021-28444 is to install the security update as there are no documented workarounds.
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