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CVE-2021-31166

CISA KEV

Published April 6, 2022 · Updated April 3, 2026

high
Official Description+

Microsoft HTTP Protocol Stack contains a vulnerability in http.sys that allows for remote code execution.

Affected Products

VendorProduct
MicrosoftHTTP Protocol Stack

Patch Status

Patch by 2022-04-27

Recommended Actions

  1. Check if your systems use any of the affected products listed above.
  2. Apply vendor patches immediately if available.
  3. This vulnerability is in CISA's Known Exploited Vulnerabilities catalog — prioritize remediation.
  4. Monitor vendor advisories for updates and additional mitigations.
  5. Review logs for indicators of compromise related to CVE-2021-31166.