CVE-2021-34471: Microsoft Windows Defender Elevation of Privilege Vulnerability
Published Aug 12, 2021
·Updated
Microsoft Windows Defender Elevation of Privilege Vulnerability
Affected Software
1 affected component
Microsoft Malware Protection Engine<1.1.18400.4
Remediation
Event History
Aug 12, 2021
CVE Published
06:11 PM
Data Sourced
06:11 PM
DescriptionSeverity
Data Sourced
via NVD·06:15 PM
RemedyDescriptionSeverityWeaknessAffected Software
Frequently Asked Questions
1
What is CVE-2021-34471?
CVE-2021-34471 is a vulnerability in Microsoft Windows Defender that allows an attacker to elevate privileges on an affected system.
2
What is the severity of CVE-2021-34471?
The severity of CVE-2021-34471 is high (CVSS score of 7.8).
3
Which software is affected by CVE-2021-34471?
Microsoft Malware Protection Engine version 1.1.18400.4 is affected by CVE-2021-34471.
4
How can an attacker exploit CVE-2021-34471?
An attacker can exploit CVE-2021-34471 by running a specially crafted application on the target system.
5
Is there a fix available for CVE-2021-34471?
Yes, Microsoft has released a security update to address CVE-2021-34471. It is recommended to update to the latest version of Microsoft Windows Defender or apply the security patch.