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CVE ID
CVE-2021-34523
Vulnerability Name
Microsoft Exchange Server Privilege Escalation Vulnerability
- Project: Microsoft
- Product: Exchange Server
Date
- Date Added: 2021-11-03
- Due Date: 2021-11-17
Description
Microsoft Exchange Server contains an unspecified vulnerability that allows for privilege escalation.
Known To Be Used in Ransomware Campaigns?
Known
Action
Apply updates per vendor instructions.
Additional Notes
https://nvd.nist.gov/vuln/detail/CVE-2021-34523
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