CVE-2021-31199—Microsoft Enhanced Cryptographic Provider Privilege Escalation Vulnerability

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2021-11-03 · last modified June 21, 2025

Metadata

CVE ID:
CVE-2021-31199
Project:
Microsoft
Product:
Enhanced Cryptographic Provider
Date Added:
2021-11-03
Due Date:
2021-11-17
Last Updated:
June 21, 2025

Vulnerability Name

Microsoft Enhanced Cryptographic Provider Privilege Escalation Vulnerability

Description

Microsoft Enhanced Cryptographic Provider contains an unspecified vulnerability that allows for privilege escalation.

Known To Be Used in Ransomware Campaigns?

Ransomware Status:
Unknown

Action

Apply updates per vendor instructions.

Additional Notes

  • https://nvd.nist.gov/vuln/detail/CVE-2021-31199
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