CVE-2023-21820: Windows Distributed File System (DFS) Remote Code Execution Vulnerability
Windows Distributed File System (DFS) Remote Code Execution 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 6.0.6003.21915Patch KB5022893 - Upgrade
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Fixed in 6.1.7601.26366Patch KB5022874 - Upgrade
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Fixed in 10.0.14393.5717Patch KB5022838 - Upgrade
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Fixed in 10.0.19044.2604Patch KB5022834 - 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 10.0.22621.1574Patch KB5022836 - Upgrade
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Fixed in 10.0.19042.2604Patch 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 10.0.17763.4010Patch KB5022840
Event History
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2023-21820?
CVE-2023-21820 is rated as high severity due to its potential for remote code execution.
What are the affected products for CVE-2023-21820?
CVE-2023-21820 affects various versions of Microsoft Windows including Windows 10, Windows 11, and several Windows Server versions.
How do I fix CVE-2023-21820?
To fix CVE-2023-21820, you should install the relevant security patches provided by Microsoft.
Is CVE-2023-21820 exploitable remotely?
Yes, CVE-2023-21820 can be exploited remotely by an attacker to execute arbitrary code.
What is the impact of CVE-2023-21820?
The impact of CVE-2023-21820 includes the potential for an attacker to gain full control over an affected system.