CVE-2021-31184: Microsoft Windows Infrared Data Association (IrDA) Information Disclosure Vulnerability

Published May 11, 2021
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Updated

Microsoft Windows Infrared Data Association (IrDA) Information Disclosure Vulnerability

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

Event History

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

Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2021-31184?

The severity of CVE-2021-31184 is rated as important, indicating a moderate level of risk to affected systems.

2

How do I fix CVE-2021-31184?

To fix CVE-2021-31184, you should apply the latest security updates provided by Microsoft for your affected version of Windows.

3

Which Windows versions are affected by CVE-2021-31184?

CVE-2021-31184 affects multiple Windows versions including Windows 7, Windows 10, Windows Server 2008, and Windows Server 2016.

4

What kind of vulnerability is CVE-2021-31184?

CVE-2021-31184 is classified as an information disclosure vulnerability related to the Infrared Data Association (IrDA) in Microsoft Windows.

5

Can CVE-2021-31184 be exploited remotely?

Yes, CVE-2021-31184 can potentially be exploited remotely by an attacker who has access to the affected system.

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