CVE-2021-38629: Windows Ancillary Function Driver for WinSock Information Disclosure Vulnerability
Windows Ancillary Function Driver for WinSock Information Disclosure Vulnerability
Affected Software
Remediation
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Fixed in 6.3.9600.20120Patch KB5005627 - Upgrade
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Fixed in 6.2.9200.23462Patch KB5005607 - Upgrade
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Fixed in 6.1.7601.25712Patch KB5005615 - Upgrade
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Fixed in 6.0.6003.21218Patch KB5005618 - 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 10.0.10240.19060Patch KB5005569 - Upgrade
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Fixed in 10.0.19042.1237Patch KB5005565 - Upgrade
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Fixed in 10.0.19041.1237Patch 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-2021-38629?
CVE-2021-38629 has a severity rating of Important, indicating a significant risk of information disclosure.
How do I fix CVE-2021-38629?
To fix CVE-2021-38629, apply the latest security updates released by Microsoft for the affected versions of Windows.
What versions of Windows are affected by CVE-2021-38629?
CVE-2021-38629 affects multiple versions of Windows, including Windows 7, 8.1, 10, and various versions of Windows Server.
Can CVE-2021-38629 lead to unauthorized access?
CVE-2021-38629 can allow an attacker to obtain sensitive information, potentially leading to unauthorized access.
Is there a workaround for CVE-2021-38629?
Currently, the recommended action for CVE-2021-38629 is to apply security updates, as no specific workaround is mentioned.