Security features bypass in Microsoft Windows Hello
| Risk | Low |
| Patch available | YES |
| Number of vulnerabilities | 1 |
| CVE-ID | CVE-2021-34466 |
| CWE-ID | CWE-254 |
| Exploitation vector | Local |
| Public exploit | N/A |
| Vulnerable software Subscribe |
Windows Operating systems & Components / Operating system |
| Vendor | Microsoft |
Security Bulletin
This security bulletin contains one low risk vulnerability.
1) Security features bypass
EUVDB-ID: #VU54837
Risk: Low
CVSSv3.1: 5 [CVSS:3.1/AV:P/AC:H/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:N/E:U/RL:O/RC:C]
CVE-ID: CVE-2021-34466
CWE-ID:
CWE-254 - Security Features
Exploit availability: No
DescriptionThe vulnerability allows a local attacker to bypass authentication process.
The vulnerability exists due to security feature bypass issue in Windows Hello. An attacker with physical access can gain elevated privileges on the target system.
MitigationInstall updates from vendor's website.
Vulnerable software versionsWindows: 10 20H2 - 10 2004
External linkshttp://portal.msrc.microsoft.com/en-US/security-guidance/advisory/CVE-2021-34466
Q & A
Can this vulnerability be exploited remotely?
No. The attacker should have physical access to the system in order to successfully exploit this vulnerability.
Is there known malware, which exploits this vulnerability?
No. We are not aware of malware exploiting this vulnerability.
