ID:6607 - Exploit for Security restrictions bypass in Windows and Windows Server - CVE-2021-26868

 
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ID:6607 - Exploit for Security restrictions bypass in Windows and Windows Server - CVE-2021-26868

Published: August 9, 2021


Vulnerability identifier: #VU51332
Vulnerability risk: Low
CVE-ID: CVE-2021-26868
CWE-ID: CWE-264
Exploitation vector: Local access
Vulnerable software:
Windows
Windows Server

Link to public exploit:


Vulnerability description

The vulnerability allows a remote attacker to escalate privileges on the system.

The vulnerability exists due to application does not properly impose security restrictions in Windows Graphics Component, which leads to security restrictions bypass and privilege escalation.


Remediation

Install updates from vendor's website.