CVE-2021-28447: Windows Early Launch Antimalware Driver Security Feature Bypass Vulnerability

Published Apr 13, 2021
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Updated

Windows Early Launch Antimalware Driver Security Feature Bypass Vulnerability

Affected Software

17 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 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
07:33 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-2021-28447?

CVE-2021-28447 has been classified as a security feature bypass vulnerability.

2

How do I fix CVE-2021-28447?

To fix CVE-2021-28447, ensure that your Windows operating system is updated with the latest security patches from Microsoft.

3

Which versions of Windows are affected by CVE-2021-28447?

CVE-2021-28447 affects multiple versions of Microsoft Windows including Windows 7, Windows 10, and Windows Server editions.

4

What are the potential risks associated with CVE-2021-28447?

The potential risks of CVE-2021-28447 include bypassing security features, allowing malware to evade detection.

5

Is CVE-2021-28447 exploit available in the wild?

As of the latest updates, there is no confirmed report of an exploit for CVE-2021-28447 being actively used in the wild.

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