7.8
Advisory Published
Updated

CVE-2021-36925

First published: Tue Nov 02 2021(Updated: )

RtsUpx.sys in Realtek RtsUpx USB Utility Driver for Camera/Hub/Audio through 1.14.0.0 allows local low-privileged users to achieve an arbitrary read or write operation from/to physical memory (leading to Escalation of Privileges, Denial of Service, Code Execution, and Information Disclosure) via a crafted Device IO Control packet to a device.

Credit: cve@mitre.org

Affected SoftwareAffected VersionHow to fix
Realtek RtsUpx USB Utility Driver<=1.14.0.0

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • What is CVE-2021-36925?

    CVE-2021-36925 is a vulnerability in the Realtek RtsUpx USB Utility Driver that allows local low-privileged users to achieve an arbitrary read or write operation from/to physical memory.

  • What is the severity of CVE-2021-36925?

    CVE-2021-36925 has a severity rating of 7.8, which is considered high.

  • How does CVE-2021-36925 impact the system?

    CVE-2021-36925 can lead to Escalation of Privileges, Denial of Service, Code Execution, and Information Disclosure on the affected system.

  • Which software versions are affected by CVE-2021-36925?

    The Realtek RtsUpx USB Utility Driver versions up to and including 1.14.0.0 are affected by CVE-2021-36925.

  • How can I fix CVE-2021-36925?

    To fix CVE-2021-36925, users should update their Realtek RtsUpx USB Utility Driver to a version that is not affected by the vulnerability.

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