CVE-2021-41338: Windows AppContainer Firewall Rules Security Feature Bypass Vulnerability
Published Oct 13, 2021
·Updated
Windows AppContainer Firewall Rules Security Feature Bypass Vulnerability
Affected Software
14 affected components
Microsoft Windows 10
Microsoft Windows 10=20h2
Microsoft Windows 10=21h1
Microsoft Windows 10=1607
Microsoft Windows 10=1809
Microsoft Windows 10=1909
Microsoft Windows 10=2004
Microsoft Windows 11
Microsoft Windows 11
Microsoft Windows Server 2016
Microsoft Windows Server 2016=20h2
Microsoft Windows Server 2016=2004
Microsoft Windows Server 2019
Microsoft Windows Server 2022
Remediation
Event History
Oct 13, 2021
CVE Published
via MITRE·12:27 AM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·12:27 AM
DescriptionSeverity
Data Sourced
via NVD·01:15 AM
RemedyDescriptionSeverityAffected Software
Frequently Asked Questions
1
What is the severity of CVE-2021-41338?
CVE-2021-41338 has a severity rating of important, indicating a significant potential impact on affected systems.
2
How do I fix CVE-2021-41338?
To fix CVE-2021-41338, ensure your system is updated with the latest security patches provided by Microsoft.
3
What software versions are affected by CVE-2021-41338?
CVE-2021-41338 affects multiple Microsoft Windows versions including Windows 10, Windows Server 2016, 2019, 2022, and Windows 11.
4
What are the potential consequences of CVE-2021-41338?
Exploitation of CVE-2021-41338 can allow attackers to bypass AppContainer Firewall rules, leading to unauthorized access.
5
Is there a workaround for CVE-2021-41338?
Currently, the recommended action for CVE-2021-41338 is to apply the security updates rather than relying on workarounds.