CVE-2021-32578: High severity acronis true image vulnerability

Published Aug 5, 2021
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Updated

Acronis True Image prior to 2021 Update 4 for Windows allowed local privilege escalation due to improper soft link handling (issue 2 of 2).

Affected Software

4 affected components
Acronis True Image Windows=2021
Acronis True Image Windows=2021-update_1
Acronis True Image Windows=2021-update_2
Acronis True Image Windows=2021-update_3

Event History

Aug 5, 2021
CVE Published
via MITRE·07:16 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·07:16 PM
Description
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the vulnerability ID for Acronis True Image prior to 2021 Update 4 for Windows?

The vulnerability ID is CVE-2021-32578.

2

What is the severity of CVE-2021-32578?

The severity of CVE-2021-32578 is high (7.8).

3

What is the affected software?

Acronis True Image prior to 2021 Update 4 for Windows is affected.

4

How does the vulnerability in Acronis True Image prior to 2021 Update 4 for Windows occur?

The vulnerability occurs due to improper soft link handling.

5

How can I fix the vulnerability in Acronis True Image prior to 2021 Update 4 for Windows?

Please update Acronis True Image to 2021 Update 4 or later to fix the vulnerability.

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