CVE-2023-21684: Microsoft PostScript and PCL6 Class Printer Driver Remote Code Execution Vulnerability
First published: Tue Feb 14 2023(Updated: )
Microsoft PostScript and PCL6 Class Printer Driver Remote Code Execution Vulnerability
Credit: secure@microsoft.com secure@microsoft.com
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Microsoft Windows Server 2012 R2 | ||
| Microsoft Windows Server 2008 R2 | ||
| Microsoft Windows Server 2012 R2 | ||
| Microsoft Windows Server 2008 R2 | ||
| Microsoft Windows Server | ||
| Microsoft Windows Server | ||
| Microsoft Windows Server | ||
| Microsoft Windows Server | ||
| Microsoft Windows Server | ||
| Microsoft Windows Server | ||
| Microsoft Windows Server 2019 | ||
| Microsoft Windows Server 2019 | ||
| Windows 11 | =22H2 | |
| Windows 11 | =22H2 | |
| Windows 11 | =21H2 | |
| Windows 11 | =21H2 | |
| Microsoft Windows Server 2022 | ||
| Microsoft Windows Server 2022 | ||
| Microsoft Windows 10 | <10.0.10240.19747 | |
| Microsoft Windows 10 | <10.0.10240.19747 | |
| Microsoft Windows 10 | <10.0.14393.5717 | |
| Microsoft Windows 10 | <10.0.14393.5717 | |
| Microsoft Windows 10 | <10.0.17763.4010 | |
| Microsoft Windows 10 | <10.0.17763.4010 | |
| Microsoft Windows 10 | <10.0.17763.4010 | |
| Microsoft Windows 10 | <10.0.19042.2604 | |
| Microsoft Windows 10 | <10.0.19042.2604 | |
| Microsoft Windows 10 | <10.0.19042.2604 | |
| Microsoft Windows 10 | <10.0.19044.2604 | |
| Microsoft Windows 10 | <10.0.19044.2604 | |
| Microsoft Windows 10 | <10.0.19044.2604 | |
| Microsoft Windows 10 | <10.0.19045.2604 | |
| Microsoft Windows 10 | <10.0.19045.2604 | |
| Microsoft Windows 10 | <10.0.19045.2604 | |
| Windows 11 | <10.0.22000.1574 | |
| Windows 11 | <10.0.22000.1574 | |
| Windows 11 | <10.0.22621.1265 | |
| Windows 11 | <10.0.22621.1265 | |
| Microsoft Windows Server | =sp2 | |
| Microsoft Windows Server | =sp2 | |
| Microsoft Windows Server | =r2-sp1 | |
| Microsoft Windows Server | ||
| Microsoft Windows Server | =r2 | |
| Microsoft Windows Server 2016 | ||
| Microsoft Windows Server 2019 | ||
| Microsoft Windows Server 2022 | ||
| Microsoft Windows Server 2016 | ||
| Microsoft Windows Server 2016 | ||
| Windows 10 | =20H2 | |
| Windows 10 | =20H2 | |
| Windows 10 | =20H2 | |
| Windows 10 | =1809 | |
| Windows 10 | =1809 | |
| Windows 10 | =1809 | |
| Windows 10 | =22H2 | |
| Windows 10 | =22H2 | |
| Windows 10 | =22H2 | |
| Windows 10 | =1607 | |
| Windows 10 | =1607 | |
| Windows 10 | =21H2 | |
| Windows 10 | =21H2 | |
| Windows 10 | =21H2 | |
| Windows 10 | ||
| Windows 10 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2023-21684?
CVE-2023-21684 has been assigned a critical severity rating due to the potential for remote code execution.
How do I fix CVE-2023-21684?
To fix CVE-2023-21684, apply the latest security updates or patches provided by Microsoft for your affected products.
What products are impacted by CVE-2023-21684?
CVE-2023-21684 affects multiple Microsoft Windows Server and Windows 10 versions, including Server 2008, Server 2012, and Windows 10.
Can CVE-2023-21684 be exploited remotely?
Yes, CVE-2023-21684 can be exploited remotely without user interaction, leading to unauthorized code execution.
Is there a workaround for CVE-2023-21684?
While Microsoft recommends applying security patches, temporarily reducing access to vulnerable printers can serve as a short-term workaround for CVE-2023-21684.
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