CVE-2021-36936: Windows Print Spooler Remote Code Execution Vulnerability

Published Aug 10, 2021
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Updated

Windows Print Spooler Remote Code Execution Vulnerability

Affected Software

58 affected componentsFixes available
Microsoft Windows 10
Microsoft Windows 10=20h2
Microsoft Windows 10=21h1
Microsoft Windows 10=1607
Microsoft Windows 10=1809
Microsoft Windows 10=1909
Microsoft Windows 10=2004
Microsoft Windows 7=sp1
Microsoft Windows 8.1
Microsoft Windows RT 8.1
Microsoft Windows Server 2008=sp2
Microsoft Windows Server 2008=r2-sp1
Microsoft Windows Server 2012
Microsoft Windows Server 2012=r2
Microsoft Windows Server 2016
Microsoft Windows Server 2016=20h2
Microsoft Windows Server 2016=2004
Microsoft Windows Server 2019
Microsoft Windows Server 2012<6.2.9200.23435
6.2.9200.23435
Microsoft Windows Server 2008 R2<6.1.7601.25685
6.1.7601.25685
Microsoft Windows Server 2008<6.0.6003.21192
6.0.6003.21192
Microsoft Windows Server 2008 R2<6.1.7601.25685
6.1.7601.25685
Microsoft Windows Server 2008<6.0.6003.21192
6.0.6003.21192
Microsoft Windows Server 2012 R2<6.3.9600.20094
6.3.9600.20094
Microsoft Windows Server 2012 R2<6.3.9600.20094
6.3.9600.20094
Microsoft Windows Server 2008<6.0.6003.21192
6.0.6003.21192
Microsoft Windows Server 2008<6.0.6003.21192
6.0.6003.21192
Microsoft Windows Server 2012<6.2.9200.23435
6.2.9200.23435
Microsoft Windows 8.1 for x64-based systems<6.3.9600.20094
6.3.9600.20094
Microsoft Windows RT 8.1<6.3.9600.20094
6.3.9600.20094
Microsoft Windows 8.1 for 32-bit systems<6.3.9600.20094
6.3.9600.20094
Microsoft Windows Server 2016<10.0.14393.4583
10.0.14393.4583
Microsoft Windows 7<6.1.7601.25685
6.1.7601.25685
Microsoft Windows Server=20H2
10.0.19042.1165
Microsoft Windows 10=1607
10.0.14393.4583
Microsoft Windows Server 2016<10.0.14393.4583
10.0.14393.4583
Microsoft Windows 7<6.1.7601.25685
6.1.7601.25685
Microsoft Windows 10=2004
10.0.19041.1165
Microsoft Windows 10=1607
10.0.14393.4583
Microsoft Windows 10<10.0.10240.19022
10.0.10240.19022
Microsoft Windows 10<10.0.10240.19022
10.0.10240.19022
Microsoft Windows Server=2004
10.0.19041.1165
Microsoft Windows 10=20H2
10.0.19042.1165
Microsoft Windows 10=20H2
10.0.19042.1165
Microsoft Windows 10=21H1
10.0.19043.1165
Microsoft Windows 10=1909
10.0.18363.1734
Microsoft Windows 10=2004
10.0.19041.1165
Microsoft Windows 10=2004
10.0.19041.1165
Microsoft Windows 10=21H1
10.0.19043.1165
Microsoft Windows 10=21H1
10.0.19043.1165
Microsoft Windows 10=1909
10.0.18363.1734
Microsoft Windows 10=1909
10.0.18363.1734
Microsoft Windows 10=1809
10.0.17763.2114
Microsoft Windows 10=1809
10.0.17763.2114
Microsoft Windows 10=20H2
10.0.19042.1165
Microsoft Windows Server 2019<10.0.17763.2114
10.0.17763.2114
Microsoft Windows Server 2019<10.0.17763.2114
10.0.17763.2114
Microsoft Windows 10=1809
10.0.17763.2114

Remediation

Recommended actions to resolve this vulnerability, in priority order.

  1. Upgrade

    Upgrade to a fixed release to a version that resolves this vulnerability.

    Fixed in 6.2.9200.23435Patch KB5005094
  2. Upgrade

    Upgrade to a fixed release to a version that resolves this vulnerability.

    Fixed in 6.1.7601.25685Patch KB5005089
  3. Upgrade

    Upgrade to a fixed release to a version that resolves this vulnerability.

    Fixed in 6.0.6003.21192Patch KB5005095
  4. Upgrade

    Upgrade to a fixed release to a version that resolves this vulnerability.

    Fixed in 6.3.9600.20094Patch KB5005106
  5. Upgrade

    Upgrade to a fixed release to a version that resolves this vulnerability.

    Fixed in 6.3.9600.20094Patch KB5005076
  6. Upgrade

    Upgrade to a fixed release to a version that resolves this vulnerability.

    Fixed in 10.0.14393.4583Patch KB5005043
  7. Upgrade

    Upgrade to a fixed release to a version that resolves this vulnerability.

    Fixed in 10.0.19042.1165Patch KB5005033
  8. Upgrade

    Upgrade to a fixed release to a version that resolves this vulnerability.

    Fixed in 10.0.19041.1165Patch KB5005033
  9. Upgrade

    Upgrade to a fixed release to a version that resolves this vulnerability.

    Fixed in 10.0.10240.19022Patch KB5005040
  10. Upgrade

    Upgrade to a fixed release to a version that resolves this vulnerability.

    Fixed in 10.0.19043.1165Patch KB5005033
  11. Upgrade

    Upgrade to a fixed release to a version that resolves this vulnerability.

    Fixed in 10.0.18363.1734Patch KB5005031
  12. Upgrade

    Upgrade to a fixed release to a version that resolves this vulnerability.

    Fixed in 10.0.17763.2114Patch KB5005030

Event History

Aug 10, 2021
CVE Published
via Microsoft·07:00 AM
Data Sourced
via Microsoft·07:00 AM
DescriptionSeverityWeaknessAffected Software
Updated
via Microsoft·02:00 PM
DescriptionSeverity
Updated
via Microsoft·02:00 PM
SeverityAffected Software
Aug 12, 2021
CVE Published
via MITRE·06:12 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·06:12 PM
DescriptionSeverity
Data Sourced
via NVD·06:15 PM
RemedyDescriptionSeverityAffected Software
Jan 29, 2025
News Published
via Dark Reading·10:10 PM
Jan 30, 2025
News Published
via Dark Reading·05:03 AM
Feb 4, 2025
Known Exploited
02:29 AM
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2021-36936?

CVE-2021-36936 has a severity rating of critical due to its potential for remote code execution.

2

How do I fix CVE-2021-36936?

To fix CVE-2021-36936, apply the latest security updates provided by Microsoft for affected Windows versions.

3

Which versions of Windows are affected by CVE-2021-36936?

CVE-2021-36936 affects various versions of Windows including Windows 10, Windows 7, Windows 8.1, and multiple Windows Server editions.

4

Can CVE-2021-36936 be exploited remotely?

Yes, CVE-2021-36936 can be exploited remotely, allowing attackers to execute arbitrary code on affected systems.

5

What precautionary measures should I take regarding CVE-2021-36936?

Ensure that your systems are updated with the latest security patches and monitor for any unusual activity associated with Print Spooler services.

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