CVE-2021-36967: Windows WLAN AutoConfig Service Elevation of Privilege Vulnerability
Windows WLAN AutoConfig Service Elevation of Privilege Vulnerability
Affected Software
Remediation
Recommended actions to resolve this vulnerability, in priority order.
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Fixed in 10.0.14393.4651Patch KB5005573 - Upgrade
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Fixed in 10.0.19042.1237Patch KB5005565 - Upgrade
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Fixed in 10.0.10240.19060Patch KB5005569 - Upgrade
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Fixed in 10.0.19041.1237Patch KB5005565 - Upgrade
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Fixed in 10.0.19043.1237Patch KB5005565 - Upgrade
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Fixed in 10.0.18363.1801Patch KB5005566 - Upgrade
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Fixed in 10.0.17763.2183Patch KB5005568
Event History
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2021-36967?
The severity of CVE-2021-36967 is rated as important according to Microsoft’s vulnerability classification.
How does CVE-2021-36967 affect affected systems?
CVE-2021-36967 allows an attacker to elevate privileges on the system, potentially leading to full administrative control.
What versions of Windows are affected by CVE-2021-36967?
CVE-2021-36967 affects various versions of Windows 10 and Windows Server 2016 and 2019.
How do I fix CVE-2021-36967?
To fix CVE-2021-36967, ensure that your system is updated with the latest security patches released by Microsoft.
Is CVE-2021-36967 exploitable remotely?
CVE-2021-36967 is not typically exploited remotely as it requires local access to trigger the vulnerability.