CVE-2021-28445: Windows Network File System Remote Code Execution Vulnerability
Published Apr 13, 2021
·Updated
Windows Network File System Remote Code Execution Vulnerability
Affected Software
17 affected components
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=20h2
Microsoft Windows Server 2016=1909
Microsoft Windows Server 2016=2004
Microsoft Windows Server 2019
Remediation
Event History
Apr 13, 2021
CVE Published
07:33 PM
Data Sourced
07:33 PM
DescriptionSeverity
Data Sourced
via NVD·08:15 PM
RemedyDescriptionSeverityAffected Software
Frequently Asked Questions
1
What is the severity of CVE-2021-28445?
CVE-2021-28445 is rated as critical due to its potential for remote code execution.
2
How do I fix CVE-2021-28445?
To fix CVE-2021-28445, install the latest security updates provided by Microsoft for affected Windows versions.
3
Which Windows versions are affected by CVE-2021-28445?
CVE-2021-28445 affects multiple versions of Windows, including Windows 7, Windows 10, and Windows Server editions.
4
What type of vulnerability is CVE-2021-28445?
CVE-2021-28445 is a remote code execution vulnerability within the Windows Network File System.
5
Can CVE-2021-28445 be exploited remotely?
Yes, CVE-2021-28445 can be exploited remotely, allowing attackers to execute arbitrary code on the affected systems.