CVE-2021-41379: Microsoft Windows Installer Privilege Escalation Vulnerability
Microsoft Windows Installer contains an unspecified vulnerability that allows for privilege escalation.
Other sources
Windows Installer Elevation of Privilege Vulnerability
— Microsoft
Affected Software
Remediation
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Fixed in 6.2.9200.23517Patch KB5007245 - Upgrade
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Fixed in 6.3.9600.20174Patch KB5007255 - Upgrade
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Fixed in 6.0.6003.21282Patch KB5007246 - Upgrade
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Fixed in 6.1.7601.25769Patch KB5007233 - Upgrade
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Fixed in 6.3.9600.20174Patch KB5007247 - Upgrade
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Fixed in 10.0.14393.4770Patch KB5007192 - Upgrade
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Fixed in 10.0.10240.19119Patch KB5007207 - Upgrade
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Fixed in 10.0.19041.1348Patch KB5007186 - Upgrade
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Fixed in 10.0.19042.1348Patch KB5007186 - Upgrade
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Fixed in 10.0.22000.318Patch KB5007215 - Upgrade
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Fixed in 10.0.20348.350Patch KB5007205 - Upgrade
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Fixed in 10.0.19043.1348Patch KB5007186 - Upgrade
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Fixed in 10.0.18363.1916Patch KB5007189 - Upgrade
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Fixed in 10.0.17763.2300Patch KB5007206
Event History
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2021-41379?
CVE-2021-41379 has been classified as a high severity vulnerability that allows for privilege escalation in Microsoft Windows Installer.
How do I fix CVE-2021-41379?
To mitigate CVE-2021-41379, apply the relevant security patches provided by Microsoft for your version of Windows.
Which versions of Windows are affected by CVE-2021-41379?
CVE-2021-41379 affects multiple versions of Microsoft Windows including Windows 10, Windows 11, and various Windows Server versions.
Is there a workaround for CVE-2021-41379?
Currently, Microsoft recommends applying the security updates as the primary means of protection against CVE-2021-41379.
How does CVE-2021-41379 impact system security?
CVE-2021-41379 potentially allows attackers to elevate their privileges, which may lead to unauthorized access and control over the system.