CVE-2021-36948: Windows Update Medic Service Elevation of Privilege Vulnerability
First published: Thu Aug 12 2021(Updated: )
Microsoft Windows Update Medic Service contains an unspecified vulnerability that allows 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 | |
| <10.0.17763.2114 | ||
| <10.0.18363.1734 | ||
| <10.0.19041.1165 | ||
| <10.0.19042.1165 | ||
| <10.0.19043.1165 | ||
| <10.0.19041.1165 | ||
| <10.0.17763.2114 | ||
| <10.0.19042.1165 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2021-36948?
CVE-2021-36948 has a critical severity level due to its potential for privilege escalation.
How do I fix CVE-2021-36948?
To fix CVE-2021-36948, you should apply the latest security updates provided by Microsoft for affected Windows versions.
Which Windows versions are affected by CVE-2021-36948?
CVE-2021-36948 affects various versions of Windows 10 and Windows Server 2016 and 2019.
Can CVE-2021-36948 be exploited remotely?
CVE-2021-36948 requires local access to the system for exploitation, but it poses a significant risk if successful.
What are the potential impacts of CVE-2021-36948?
If exploited, CVE-2021-36948 could allow an attacker to gain higher privileges on a vulnerable system.
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