CVE-2021-28466 Raw Image Extension Remote Code Execution Vulnerability

High 7.8 Published 13 Apr 2021 Updated 3 Aug 2024

An attacker can execute arbitrary code by exploiting a vulnerability in the Microsoft Raw Image Extension.

Exploited in the wild: Not known
Login needed: Not needed
Attackable: Local or same network only
Victim action needed: A user has to click or open something
Fix: None listed

What is CVE-2021-28466?

CVE-2021-28466 is a high-severity code injection vulnerability in Microsoft Raw Image Extension, published on 13 Apr 2021. It can only be exploited from the same machine or local network, and only if a user opens a file or follows a link.

Official description

Raw Image Extension Remote Code Execution Vulnerability

Which versions are affected by CVE-2021-28466?

It affects 1 product.

Products include Microsoft Raw Image Extension.

How do I fix CVE-2021-28466?

No fix has been published for CVE-2021-28466 yet. Limit exposure of the affected software until one is available.

Upgrade, and never evaluate templates, expressions or code built from user input. More about Code injection.

Is CVE-2021-28466 being exploited?

There is no known exploitation of CVE-2021-28466 in the wild and no public exploit code.

Sources

Also known as GHSA-5v5f-4fc3-6gvr.