CVE-2021-31201: Microsoft Enhanced Cryptographic Provider Elevation of Privilege Vulnerability
First published: Tue Jun 08 2021(Updated: )
Microsoft Enhanced Cryptographic Provider contains an unspecified vulnerability that allows for privilege escalation.
Credit: secure@microsoft.com secure@microsoft.com secure@microsoft.com
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Microsoft Enhanced Cryptographic Provider | ||
| Microsoft Windows Server | =sp2 | |
| Microsoft Windows Server | =r2-sp1 | |
| Microsoft Windows Server | ||
| Microsoft Windows Server | =r2 | |
| Microsoft Windows 10 | <10.0.10240.18967 | |
| Microsoft Windows 10 | <10.0.14393.4467 | |
| Microsoft Windows 10 | <10.0.17763.1999 | |
| Microsoft Windows 10 | <10.0.18363.1621 | |
| Microsoft Windows 10 | <10.0.19041.1052 | |
| Microsoft Windows 10 | <10.0.19042.1052 | |
| Microsoft Windows 10 | <10.0.19043.1052 | |
| Microsoft Windows 7 | =sp1 | |
| Microsoft Windows 8.1 | ||
| Microsoft Windows RT | ||
| Microsoft Windows Server 2004 | <10.0.19041.1052 | |
| Microsoft Windows Server 2016 | <10.0.14393.4467 | |
| Microsoft Windows Server 2019 | <10.0.17763.1999 | |
| Microsoft Windows Server 20H2 | <10.0.19042.1052 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2021-31201?
CVE-2021-31201 is classified as a privilege escalation vulnerability.
How do I fix CVE-2021-31201?
To mitigate CVE-2021-31201, ensure that your Microsoft Enhanced Cryptographic Provider is updated to the latest version.
Which versions of Windows are affected by CVE-2021-31201?
CVE-2021-31201 affects multiple versions of Windows, including Windows 7, 8.1, 10, and several Windows Server versions.
What are the potential impacts of CVE-2021-31201?
The potential impact of CVE-2021-31201 includes unauthorized access and elevation of privileges on affected systems.
Is CVE-2021-31201 actively exploited in the wild?
There is no confirmed information about CVE-2021-31201 being actively exploited in the wild.
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