CVE-2021-31167: Windows Container Manager Service Elevation of Privilege Vulnerability

Published May 11, 2021
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Updated

Windows Container Manager Service Elevation of Privilege Vulnerability

Affected Software

8 affected components
Microsoft Windows 10=20h2
Microsoft Windows 10=1809
Microsoft Windows 10=1909
Microsoft Windows 10=2004
Microsoft Windows Server 2016=20h2
Microsoft Windows Server 2016=1909
Microsoft Windows Server 2016=2004
Microsoft Windows Server 2019

Event History

May 11, 2021
CVE Published
07:11 PM
Data Sourced
07:11 PM
DescriptionSeverity

Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is CVE-2021-31167?

CVE-2021-31167 is a vulnerability in the Windows Container Manager Service that allows an attacker to elevate privilege.

2

What is the severity of CVE-2021-31167?

CVE-2021-31167 has a severity rating of 7.8, which is considered high.

3

Which software versions are affected by CVE-2021-31167?

The affected software versions include Microsoft Windows 10 (versions 20h2, 1809, 1909, and 2004) and Microsoft Windows Server 2016 (versions 20h2, 1909, and 2004), as well as Microsoft Windows Server 2019.

4

How can an attacker exploit CVE-2021-31167?

An attacker can exploit CVE-2021-31167 by running a specially crafted application to elevate their privileges in the Windows Container Manager Service.

5

Are there any fixes available for CVE-2021-31167?

Yes, Microsoft has released security updates to address the CVE-2021-31167 vulnerability. It is recommended to install the latest updates for the affected software versions.

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