CVE-2023-21700: Windows iSCSI Discovery Service Denial of Service Vulnerability
Windows iSCSI Discovery Service Denial of Service Vulnerability
Affected Software
Remediation
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Fixed in 6.3.9600.20821Patch KB5022894 - Upgrade
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Fixed in 6.2.9200.24116Patch KB5022895 - Upgrade
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Fixed in 6.1.7601.26366Patch KB5022874 - Upgrade
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Fixed in 6.0.6003.21915Patch KB5022893 - Upgrade
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Fixed in 10.0.14393.5717Patch KB5022838 - Upgrade
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Fixed in 10.0.10240.19747Patch KB5022858 - Upgrade
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Fixed in 10.0.19045.2604Patch KB5022834 - Upgrade
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Fixed in 10.0.22621.1265Patch KB5022845 - Upgrade
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Fixed in 10.0.19044.2604Patch KB5022834 - Upgrade
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Fixed in 10.0.20348.1547Fixed in 10.0.20348.1540Patch KB5022921 - Upgrade
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Fixed in 10.0.19042.2604Patch KB5022834 - Upgrade
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Fixed in 10.0.22621.1574Patch KB5022836 - Upgrade
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Fixed in 10.0.17763.4010Patch KB5022840
Event History
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2023-21700?
The severity of CVE-2023-21700 is categorized as a Denial of Service vulnerability.
How does CVE-2023-21700 affect Windows systems?
CVE-2023-21700 can cause the Windows iSCSI Discovery Service to become unresponsive, leading to a denial of service.
How do I fix CVE-2023-21700?
To fix CVE-2023-21700, ensure that your Windows system is updated to the latest security patches provided by Microsoft.
Which Microsoft products are affected by CVE-2023-21700?
CVE-2023-21700 affects multiple versions of Windows Server, Windows 10, and Windows 11.
What is the impact of not addressing CVE-2023-21700?
Failure to address CVE-2023-21700 may leave the iSCSI Discovery Service vulnerable to denial of service attacks, impacting system availability.