CVE-2021-44199: DLL hijacking could lead to denial of service
DLL hijacking could lead to denial of service. The following products are affected: Acronis Cyber Protect 15 (Windows) before build 28035, Acronis Agent (Windows) before build 27305, Acronis Cyber Protect Home Office (Windows) before build 39612
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is DLL hijacking?
DLL hijacking is a vulnerability that allows an attacker to take advantage of the way some Windows applications load DLL files, by replacing a legitimate DLL file with a malicious one.
What is the severity of CVE-2021-44199?
The severity of CVE-2021-44199 is medium with a CVSS score of 5.5.
Which products are affected by CVE-2021-44199?
The following products are affected by CVE-2021-44199: Acronis Cyber Protect 15 (Windows) before build 28035, Acronis Agent (Windows) before build 27305, Acronis Cyber Protect Home Office (Windows) before build 39612.
How does CVE-2021-44199 lead to denial of service?
CVE-2021-44199 can lead to denial of service by exploiting the DLL hijacking vulnerability to cause the affected products to crash or become unresponsive.
How can I fix CVE-2021-44199?
To fix CVE-2021-44199, it is recommended to update the affected products to the latest build provided by Acronis.