What is the severity of CVE-2021-33740?

CVE-2021-33740 has been rated as critical due to its potential for remote code execution.

How do I fix CVE-2021-33740?

To fix CVE-2021-33740, apply the latest security updates provided by Microsoft for the affected versions of Windows.

Which versions of Windows are affected by CVE-2021-33740?

CVE-2021-33740 affects multiple versions of Windows 10 and Windows Server, including 1809, 2004, and 2016/2019 editions.

What are the potential impacts of CVE-2021-33740 exploitation?

Exploitation of CVE-2021-33740 could allow an attacker to execute arbitrary code on the target system.

Is there a workaround for CVE-2021-33740?

There are no specific workarounds for CVE-2021-33740; updating the system is the recommended mitigation.

Vulnerability/
CVE-2021-33740

critical

9.3

14/7/2021

3/8/2024

CVE-2021-33740: Windows Media Remote Code Execution Vulnerability

First published: Wed Jul 14 2021(Updated: )

Windows Media Remote Code Execution Vulnerability

Credit: secure@microsoft.com secure@microsoft.com

Affected Software	Affected Version	How to fix
Microsoft Windows 10
Microsoft Windows 10	=1809
Microsoft Windows 10	=2004
Microsoft Windows Server 2016	=2004
Microsoft Windows Server 2019

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https://portal.msrc.microsoft.com/en-US/security-guidance/advisory/CVE-2021-33740

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Reference Links

https://portal.msrc.microsoft.com/en-US/security-guidance/advisory/CVE-2021-33740

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2021-33740?
CVE-2021-33740 has been rated as critical due to its potential for remote code execution.
How do I fix CVE-2021-33740?
To fix CVE-2021-33740, apply the latest security updates provided by Microsoft for the affected versions of Windows.
Which versions of Windows are affected by CVE-2021-33740?
CVE-2021-33740 affects multiple versions of Windows 10 and Windows Server, including 1809, 2004, and 2016/2019 editions.
What are the potential impacts of CVE-2021-33740 exploitation?
Exploitation of CVE-2021-33740 could allow an attacker to execute arbitrary code on the target system.
Is there a workaround for CVE-2021-33740?
There are no specific workarounds for CVE-2021-33740; updating the system is the recommended mitigation.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2021-33740?
CVE-2021-33740 has been rated as critical due to its potential for remote code execution.
How do I fix CVE-2021-33740?
To fix CVE-2021-33740, apply the latest security updates provided by Microsoft for the affected versions of Windows.
Which versions of Windows are affected by CVE-2021-33740?
CVE-2021-33740 affects multiple versions of Windows 10 and Windows Server, including 1809, 2004, and 2016/2019 editions.
What are the potential impacts of CVE-2021-33740 exploitation?
Exploitation of CVE-2021-33740 could allow an attacker to execute arbitrary code on the target system.
Is there a workaround for CVE-2021-33740?
There are no specific workarounds for CVE-2021-33740; updating the system is the recommended mitigation.