CVE-2021-33758
vulnerability analysis and mitigation

Overview

Windows Hyper-V Denial of Service Vulnerability, identified as CVE-2021-33758, was discovered and disclosed in May 2021. The vulnerability affects Microsoft Windows Hyper-V systems and was officially recorded in the CVE database on May 28, 2021 (CVE MITRE).

Technical details

The vulnerability is classified as a Denial of Service vulnerability specifically affecting Windows Hyper-V systems. The technical specifics of the vulnerability mechanism are not extensively detailed in the available sources (NVD NIST).

Impact

This vulnerability could potentially lead to Denial of Service conditions in affected Windows Hyper-V systems (Debian Tracker).

Mitigation and workarounds

Microsoft has addressed this vulnerability through security updates. The fix was included in the July 2021 security updates (ManageEngine).

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