CVE-2021-40447: Windows Print Spooler Elevation of Privilege Vulnerability
Windows Print Spooler Elevation of Privilege Vulnerability This CVE ID is unique from CVE-2021-38667, CVE-2021-38671.
Affected Software
Remediation
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Fixed in 6.2.9200.23462Patch KB5005607 - Upgrade
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Fixed in 6.3.9600.20120Patch KB5005627 - Upgrade
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Fixed in 6.0.6003.21218Patch KB5005618 - Upgrade
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Fixed in 6.1.7601.25712Patch KB5005615 - Upgrade
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Fixed in 6.3.9600.20120Patch KB5005613 - Upgrade
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Fixed in 10.0.14393.4651Patch KB5005573 - 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 10.0.18363.1801Patch KB5005566 - Upgrade
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Fixed in 10.0.17763.2183Patch KB5005568 - Upgrade
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Fixed in 10.0.19043.1237Patch KB5005565 - Upgrade
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Fixed in 10.0.20348.230Patch KB5005575
Event History
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2021-40447?
CVE-2021-40447 is rated as a high severity vulnerability due to its potential for elevation of privilege.
How do I fix CVE-2021-40447?
To mitigate CVE-2021-40447, ensure that your Windows operating system is updated with the latest security patches from Microsoft.
Which versions of Windows are affected by CVE-2021-40447?
CVE-2021-40447 affects multiple versions of Windows, including Windows 7, Windows 10, Windows Server 2008, and later releases.
What type of vulnerability is CVE-2021-40447?
CVE-2021-40447 is classified as an elevation of privilege vulnerability specifically in the Windows Print Spooler component.
Is there any known exploit for CVE-2021-40447?
Yes, CVE-2021-40447 has been documented as exploitable by attackers to gain elevated access on affected systems.