CVE-2021-41339: Microsoft DWM Core Library Elevation of Privilege Vulnerability

Published Oct 13, 2021
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Updated

Microsoft DWM Core Library Elevation of Privilege Vulnerability

Affected Software

9 affected components
Microsoft Windows 10=20h2
Microsoft Windows 10=21h1
Microsoft Windows 10=1909
Microsoft Windows 10=2004
Microsoft Windows 11
Microsoft Windows 11
Microsoft Windows Server 2016=20h2
Microsoft Windows Server 2016=2004
Microsoft Windows Server 2022

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
RemedyDescriptionSeverityWeaknessAffected Software

Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is CVE-2021-41339?

CVE-2021-41339 is a vulnerability in Microsoft DWM Core Library that allows an attacker to elevate privileges.

2

Which software versions are affected by CVE-2021-41339?

Microsoft Windows 10 versions 20H2, 21H1, 1909, and 2004, Microsoft Windows 11 ARM64 and x64, Microsoft Windows Server 2016 versions 20H2 and 2004, and Microsoft Windows Server 2022 are affected by CVE-2021-41339.

3

What is the severity of CVE-2021-41339?

CVE-2021-41339 has a severity rating of 4.7 which is classified as high.

4

How can I fix CVE-2021-41339?

Currently, there is no official fix or patch available for CVE-2021-41339. It is recommended to apply security updates from Microsoft when they become available.

5

Where can I find more information about CVE-2021-41339?

You can find more information about CVE-2021-41339 on the official Microsoft Security Guidance Advisory page: [https://portal.msrc.microsoft.com/en-US/security-guidance/advisory/CVE-2021-41339]

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