CVE-2021-42279: Chakra Scripting Engine Memory Corruption Vulnerability
Chakra Scripting Engine Memory Corruption Vulnerability
Affected Software
Remediation
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Fixed in 10.0.10240.19119Patch KB5007207 - Upgrade
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Fixed in 10.0.14393.4770Patch KB5007192 - Upgrade
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Fixed in 10.0.17763.2300Patch KB5007206 - 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 10.0.18363.1916Patch KB5007189 - Upgrade
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Fixed in 10.0.19043.1348Patch KB5007186 - Upgrade
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Fixed in 10.0.20348.350Patch KB5007205 - Upgrade
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Fixed in 10.0.22000.318Patch KB5007215
Event History
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2021-42279?
CVE-2021-42279 is rated as a critical vulnerability due to its potential for remote code execution.
How do I fix CVE-2021-42279?
To mitigate CVE-2021-42279, ensure your system has the latest security updates from Microsoft installed.
Who is affected by CVE-2021-42279?
CVE-2021-42279 affects various versions of Microsoft Windows 10, Windows 11, and Windows Server.
What types of exploits are possible with CVE-2021-42279?
Exploiting CVE-2021-42279 can allow an attacker to execute arbitrary code in the context of the user.
What are the affected software versions for CVE-2021-42279?
Affected versions for CVE-2021-42279 include Windows 10 versions 1607 through 21h1, Windows 11, and multiple Windows Server versions.