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Vulnerability DatabaseCVE-2021-34521
CVE-2021-34521:
vulnerability analysis and mitigation
Overview
A remote code execution vulnerability exists in the Microsoft Windows Codecs Library Raw Image Extension, identified as CVE-2021-34521. The vulnerability affects the RawImageExtension media codec versions before and including 1.0.41311.0. This vulnerability was disclosed in July 2021 as part of Microsoft's regular security updates (Qualys Research).
Technical details
The vulnerability exists in the way that Microsoft Windows Codecs Library handles objects in memory, specifically affecting the Raw Image Extension component. The vulnerability has been assigned a CVSS base score of 6.8 and a temporal score of 5.0, indicating moderate severity (Qualys Research).
Impact
An attacker who successfully exploits this vulnerability could compromise the confidentiality, integrity, and availability of the affected system (Qualys Research).
Mitigation and workarounds
Users are advised to update their RawImageExtension to a version newer than 1.0.41311.0 through the Microsoft Store to address this vulnerability (Qualys Research).
Additional resources
Source: This report was generated using AI
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