CVE-2024-21433: Windows Print Spooler Elevation of Privilege Vulnerability
First published: Tue Mar 12 2024(Updated: )
Windows Print Spooler Elevation of Privilege Vulnerability
Credit: secure@microsoft.com
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Microsoft Windows 10 | ||
| Microsoft Windows Server 2012 R2 | ||
| Microsoft Windows 10 | =22H2 | |
| Microsoft Windows 10 | =21H2 | |
| Microsoft Windows 10 | =1607 | |
| Microsoft Windows 10 | =22H2 | |
| Microsoft Windows 10 | =1809 | |
| Microsoft Windows 10 | =22H2 | |
| Microsoft Windows 10 | =1809 | |
| Microsoft Windows 10 | =21H2 | |
| Microsoft Windows Server 2012 R2 | ||
| Microsoft Windows 10 | =1809 | |
| Microsoft Windows 10 | =21H2 | |
| Microsoft Windows 10 | =1607 | |
| Microsoft Windows 10 | ||
| Microsoft Windows Server 2022 23H2 | ||
| Microsoft Windows Server | ||
| Microsoft Windows Server | ||
| Microsoft Windows Server 2016 | ||
| Microsoft Windows Server 2016 | ||
| Microsoft Windows Server 2019 | ||
| Microsoft Windows Server 2019 | ||
| Windows 11 | =23H2 | |
| Windows 11 | =23H2 | |
| Windows 11 | =22H2 | |
| Windows 11 | =22H2 | |
| Windows 11 | =21H2 | |
| Windows 11 | =21H2 | |
| Microsoft Windows Server 2022 | ||
| Microsoft Windows Server 2022 | ||
| Microsoft Windows 10 | <10.0.10240.20526 | |
| Microsoft Windows 10 | <10.0.10240.20526 | |
| Microsoft Windows 10 | <10.0.14393.6796 | |
| Microsoft Windows 10 | <10.0.14393.6796 | |
| Microsoft Windows 10 | <10.0.17763.5576 | |
| Microsoft Windows 10 | <10.0.17763.5576 | |
| Microsoft Windows 10 | <10.0.17763.5576 | |
| Microsoft Windows 10 | <10.0.19044.4170 | |
| Microsoft Windows 10 | <10.0.19044.4170 | |
| Microsoft Windows 10 | <10.0.19044.4170 | |
| Microsoft Windows 10 | <10.0.19045.4170 | |
| Microsoft Windows 10 | <10.0.19045.4170 | |
| Microsoft Windows 10 | <10.0.19045.4170 | |
| Windows 11 | <10.0.22000.2836 | |
| Windows 11 | <10.0.22000.2836 | |
| Windows 11 | <10.0.22621.3296 | |
| Windows 11 | <10.0.22621.3296 | |
| Windows 11 | <10.0.22631.3296 | |
| Windows 11 | <10.0.22631.3296 | |
| Microsoft Windows Server | ||
| Microsoft Windows Server | =r2 | |
| Microsoft Windows Server 2016 | <10.0.14393.6796 | |
| Microsoft Windows Server 2019 | <10.0.17763.5576 | |
| Microsoft Windows Server 2022 | <10.0.20348.2340 | |
| Microsoft Windows Server 2022 | <10.0.25398.763 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2024-21433?
CVE-2024-21433 is rated as a critical vulnerability due to its potential for allowing elevation of privilege.
How do I fix CVE-2024-21433?
To fix CVE-2024-21433, install the latest security updates provided for the affected Microsoft products.
Which Microsoft products are affected by CVE-2024-21433?
CVE-2024-21433 affects multiple Microsoft products including various versions of Windows 10, Windows 11, and Windows Server editions.
What are the risks associated with CVE-2024-21433?
The risks include unauthorized access and control over a system, which can lead to data breaches or further exploitations.
Is there a workaround for CVE-2024-21433?
While the recommended action is to apply the security updates, disabling the Print Spooler service can serve as a temporary workaround.
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