CVE-2021-34486: Windows Event Tracing Elevation of Privilege Vulnerability
First published: Thu Aug 12 2021(Updated: )
Microsoft Windows Event Tracing contains an unspecified vulnerability which can allow for privilege escalation.
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| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Microsoft Windows 10 | =20h2 | |
| Microsoft Windows 10 | =21h1 | |
| Microsoft Windows 10 | =1809 | |
| Microsoft Windows 10 | =1909 | |
| Microsoft Windows 10 | =2004 | |
| Microsoft Windows Server 2016 | =20h2 | |
| Microsoft Windows Server 2016 | =2004 | |
| Microsoft Windows Server 2019 | ||
| Microsoft Windows | ||
| Microsoft Windows 10 | <10.0.17763.2114 | |
| Microsoft Windows 10 | <10.0.18363.1734 | |
| Microsoft Windows 10 | <10.0.19041.1165 | |
| Microsoft Windows 10 | <10.0.19042.1165 | |
| Microsoft Windows 10 | <10.0.19043.1165 | |
| Microsoft Windows Server 2004 | <10.0.19041.1165 | |
| Microsoft Windows Server 2019 | <10.0.17763.2114 | |
| Microsoft Windows Server 20H2 | <10.0.19042.1165 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2021-34486?
CVE-2021-34486 is rated as a medium-severity vulnerability that allows for privilege escalation.
How do I fix CVE-2021-34486?
To fix CVE-2021-34486, apply the latest security updates provided by Microsoft for affected Windows versions.
What are the affected software versions for CVE-2021-34486?
CVE-2021-34486 affects several versions of Microsoft Windows 10 and Windows Server, including versions 1809, 1909, 2004, 20H2, and 21H1.
What type of vulnerability is CVE-2021-34486?
CVE-2021-34486 is classified as an elevation of privilege vulnerability within Windows Event Tracing.
Who is affected by CVE-2021-34486?
Any user running the affected versions of Microsoft Windows may be at risk of exploitation due to CVE-2021-34486.
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