CVE-2021-36972: Windows SMB Information Disclosure Vulnerability
Windows SMB Information Disclosure Vulnerability This CVE ID is unique from CVE-2021-36960.
Affected Software
Remediation
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Fixed in 6.3.9600.20120Patch KB5005627 - Upgrade
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Fixed in 10.0.14393.4651Patch KB5005573 - Upgrade
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Fixed in 6.3.9600.20120Patch KB5005613 - Upgrade
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Fixed in 6.2.9200.23462Patch KB5005607 - 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 10.0.19042.1237Patch KB5005565 - Upgrade
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Fixed in 10.0.20348.230Patch KB5005575 - 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-2021-36972?
CVE-2021-36972 is rated as a moderate severity vulnerability.
How does CVE-2021-36972 affect Windows systems?
CVE-2021-36972 allows an attacker to access sensitive information from affected Windows systems.
What versions of Windows are affected by CVE-2021-36972?
CVE-2021-36972 affects various versions of Windows 10, Windows 8.1, and Windows Server editions.
How do I fix CVE-2021-36972?
To mitigate CVE-2021-36972, install the latest security updates released by Microsoft.
Is CVE-2021-36972 a network-based vulnerability?
CVE-2021-36972 is not a network-based vulnerability, but it can be exploited locally if an attacker gains access to the system.