CVE-2023-21801
📛 CVE Title
Microsoft PostScript and PCL6 Class Printer Driver Remote Code Execution Vulnerability
Description
Microsoft PostScript and PCL6 Class Printer Driver Remote Code Execution Vulnerability
Overview
- State
- PUBLISHED
- Assigner (CNA)
- microsoft
- CVSS severity
- HIGH
- CVSS score
- 7.8 / 10
- CVSS vector
CVSS:3.1/AV:L/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H/E:U/RL:O/RC:C- Effective score
- 7.8 / 10 HIGH source: CNA overview
- MSRC score
- 7.8 / 10 HIGH MS rating: Important · Remote Code Execution
- CWE(s)
- —
- Reserved
- 2022-12-16
- Published
- 2023-02-14 08:00 UTC
- Last updated
- 2023-02-14 08:00 UTC
- Source
- https://raw.githubusercontent.com/CVEProject/cvelistV5/main/cves/2023/21xxx/CVE-2023-21801.json
- Linked Threat
- CVE-2023-21801 — Microsoft PostScript and PCL6 Class Printer Driver Remote Code Execution Vulnerability
European Union Vulnerability Database ENISA EUVD
ENISA's official EU repository for curated vulnerability intelligence. Carries a separate identifier (EUVD-YYYY-NNNN) and frequently exposes an earlier-published description + CVSS than NVD does.
- EUVD ID
-
EUVD-2023-25968 - Assigner
- microsoft
- Published
- Feb 14, 2023, 7:33:06 PM
- Updated
- Apr 12, 2025, 3:55:21 AM
- EUVD base score (CVSS 3.1)
-
7.8 / 10
CVSS:3.1/AV:L/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H/E:U/RL:O/RC:C - EUVD-reported EPSS
- 0.4500
- Vendors
- Microsoft
- Products
-
Windows 10 Version 1809 (10.0.0 <10.0.17763.4010)Windows Server 2019 (10.0.17763.0 <10.0.17763.4010)Windows Server 2022 (10.0.20348.0 <10.0.20348.1547)Windows 10 Version 1607 (10.0.14393.0 <10.0.14393.5717)Windows Server 2012 R2 (6.3.9600.0 <6.3.9600.20821)Windows Server 2012 (Server Core installation) (6.2.9200.0 <6.2.9200.24116)Windows 10 Version 20H2 (10.0.0 <10.0.19042.2604)Windows Server 2008 Service Pack 2 (6.0.6003.0 <6.0.6003.21915)Windows Server 2008 R2 Service Pack 1 (6.1.7601.0 <6.1.7601.26366)Windows Server 2016 (Server Core installation) (10.0.14393.0 <10.0.14393.5717)Windows Server 2012 (6.2.9200.0 <6.2.9200.24116)Windows Server 2008 R2 Service Pack 1 (Server Core installation) (6.1.7601.0 <6.1.7601.26366)Windows Server 2019 (Server Core installation) (10.0.17763.0 <10.0.17763.4010)Windows 10 Version 1507 (10.0.10240.0 <10.0.10240.19747)Windows 10 Version 1809 (10.0.17763.0 <10.0.17763.4010)Windows Server 2008 Service Pack 2 (6.0.6003.0 <6.0.6003.21915)Windows Server 2012 R2 (Server Core installation) (6.3.9600.0 <6.3.9600.20821)Windows 10 Version 21H2 (10.0.19043.0 <10.0.19044.2604)Windows 10 Version 22H2 (10.0.19045.0 <10.0.19045.2604)Windows Server 2016 (10.0.14393.0 <10.0.14393.5717)Windows 11 version 22H2 (10.0.22621.0 <10.0.22621.1265)Windows 11 version 21H2 (10.0.0 <10.0.22621.1574)Windows Server 2008 Service Pack 2 (Server Core installation) (6.0.6003.0 <6.0.6003.21915)
- Aliases
-
GHSA-6rgx-gvfj-g5jx
ENISA description: Microsoft PostScript and PCL6 Class Printer Driver Remote Code Execution Vulnerability
EUVD references (1)
Microsoft Security Response Center MSRC
Microsoft's vendor-authoritative record from the Security Update Guide — its own CVSS score, impact, severity rating, exploit assessment, and KB-article fixes. Refreshed 2026-08-11 01:49 UTC (source: CVRF).
- MS severity
- Important
- Impact
- Remote Code Execution
- MS CVSS base score
- 7.8 / 10 (temporal 6.8)
CVSS:3.1/AV:L/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H/E:U/RL:O/RC:C - Exploit assessment
- Publicly Disclosed:No;Exploited:No;Latest Software Release:Exploitation Less Likely;DOS:N/A
- Release
- 2023-Feb
Microsoft remediations / KB articles (28)
- 5022840 — Vendor Fix / Security Update (fixed build 10.0.17763.4010)
- 5022840 — Update
- 5022842 — Vendor Fix / Security Update (fixed build 10.0.20348.1547)
- 5022842 — Update
- 5022921 — Vendor Fix / Security Hotpatch Update (fixed build 10.0.20348.1540)
- 5022834 — Vendor Fix / Security Update (fixed build 10.0.19042.2604)
- 5022834 — Update
- 5022836 — Vendor Fix / Security Update (fixed build 10.0.22621.1574)
- 5022845 — Vendor Fix / Security Update (fixed build 10.0.22621.1265)
- 5022845 — Update
- 5022858 — Vendor Fix / Security Update (fixed build 10.0.10240.19747)
- 5022838 — Vendor Fix / Security Update (fixed build 10.0.14393.5717)
- 5022890 — Vendor Fix / Monthly Rollup (fixed build 6.0.6003.21915)
- 5022890 — Update
- 5022893 — Vendor Fix / Security Only (fixed build 6.0.6003.21915)
- 5022893 — Update
- 5022872 — Vendor Fix / Monthly Rollup (fixed build 6.1.7601.26366)
- 5022872 — Update
- 5022874 — Vendor Fix / Security Only (fixed build 6.1.7601.26366)
- 5022874 — Update
- 5022903 — Vendor Fix / Monthly Rollup (fixed build 6.2.9200.24116)
- 5022903 — Update
- 5022895 — Vendor Fix / Security Only (fixed build 6.2.9200.24116)
- 5022895 — Update
- 5022899 — Vendor Fix / Monthly Rollup (fixed build 6.3.9600.20821)
- 5022899 — Update
- 5022894 — Vendor Fix / Security Only (fixed build 6.3.9600.20821)
- 5022894 — Update
Microsoft FAQ (1)
According to the CVSS metric, the attack vector is local (AV:L). Why does the CVE title indicate that this is a remote code execution?
The word Remote in the title refers to the location of the attacker. This type of exploit is sometimes referred to as Arbitrary Code Execution (ACE). The attack itself is carried out locally. This means an attacker or victim needs to execute code from the local machine to exploit the vulnerability.
Affected products (23)
| Vendor | Product | Versions | Platforms |
|---|---|---|---|
| Microsoft | Windows 10 Version 1809 |
10.0.17763.0 (affected)
|
32-bit Systems, x64-based Systems |
| Microsoft | Windows 10 Version 1809 |
10.0.0 (affected)
|
ARM64-based Systems |
| Microsoft | Windows Server 2019 |
10.0.17763.0 (affected)
|
x64-based Systems |
| Microsoft | Windows Server 2019 (Server Core installation) |
10.0.17763.0 (affected)
|
x64-based Systems |
| Microsoft | Windows Server 2022 |
10.0.20348.0 (affected)
|
x64-based Systems |
| Microsoft | Windows 10 Version 20H2 |
10.0.0 (affected)
|
32-bit Systems, ARM64-based Systems |
| Microsoft | Windows 11 version 21H2 |
10.0.0 (affected)
|
x64-based Systems, ARM64-based Systems |
| Microsoft | Windows 10 Version 21H2 |
10.0.19043.0 (affected)
|
32-bit Systems, ARM64-based Systems, x64-based Systems |
| Microsoft | Windows 11 version 22H2 |
10.0.22621.0 (affected)
|
ARM64-based Systems, x64-based Systems |
| Microsoft | Windows 10 Version 22H2 |
10.0.19045.0 (affected)
|
x64-based Systems, ARM64-based Systems, 32-bit Systems |
| Microsoft | Windows 10 Version 1507 |
10.0.10240.0 (affected)
|
32-bit Systems, x64-based Systems |
| Microsoft | Windows 10 Version 1607 |
10.0.14393.0 (affected)
|
32-bit Systems, x64-based Systems |
| Microsoft | Windows Server 2016 |
10.0.14393.0 (affected)
|
x64-based Systems |
| Microsoft | Windows Server 2016 (Server Core installation) |
10.0.14393.0 (affected)
|
x64-based Systems |
| Microsoft | Windows Server 2008 Service Pack 2 |
6.0.6003.0 (affected)
|
32-bit Systems |
| Microsoft | Windows Server 2008 Service Pack 2 (Server Core installation) |
6.0.6003.0 (affected)
|
32-bit Systems, x64-based Systems |
| Microsoft | Windows Server 2008 Service Pack 2 |
6.0.6003.0 (affected)
|
x64-based Systems |
| Microsoft | Windows Server 2008 R2 Service Pack 1 |
6.1.7601.0 (affected)
|
x64-based Systems |
| Microsoft | Windows Server 2008 R2 Service Pack 1 (Server Core installation) |
6.1.7601.0 (affected)
|
x64-based Systems |
| Microsoft | Windows Server 2012 |
6.2.9200.0 (affected)
|
x64-based Systems |
| Microsoft | Windows Server 2012 (Server Core installation) |
6.2.9200.0 (affected)
|
x64-based Systems |
| Microsoft | Windows Server 2012 R2 |
6.3.9600.0 (affected)
|
x64-based Systems |
| Microsoft | Windows Server 2012 R2 (Server Core installation) |
6.3.9600.0 (affected)
|
x64-based Systems |
Vendor references (1)
References embedded in the original CVE record by the assigning CNA.
Web references (28)
DuckDuckGo results ranked by threat-intel / vendor advisory domains. Generated by the 🔎 Find references (web) button above — same flow as the Remediations search.
- 5022834 msrc
- 5022836 msrc
- 5022838 msrc
- 5022840 msrc
- 5022842 msrc
- 5022845 msrc
- 5022858 msrc
- 5022872 msrc
- 5022874 msrc
- 5022890 msrc
- 5022893 msrc
- 5022894 msrc
- 5022895 msrc
- 5022899 msrc
- 5022903 msrc
- MSRC update guide: CVE-2023-21801 msrc
- 5022834 msrc
- 5022840 msrc
- 5022842 msrc
- 5022845 msrc
- 5022872 msrc
- 5022874 msrc
- 5022890 msrc
- 5022893 msrc
- 5022894 msrc
- 5022895 msrc
- 5022899 msrc
- 5022903 msrc
Remediations (17)
Remediations are stored against the linked Threat row; the list below is deduplicated across both pages.
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web:gemini.google.com
Get assistance with writing, planning, learning, and more from Google AI.
2026-06-04 13:15 UTC -
web:nvlpubs.nist.gov
The third version, SP 800-40, Revision 3, Guide to Enterprise Patch Management Technologies (2013), was written under the assumption that readers already understood the basics of patch management and that what they most needed help with was implementing, configuring, securing, and using enterprise patch management technologies.
2026-06-04 13:15 UTC -
web:www.computerworld.com
Each month, the team at Readiness analyzes the latest Patch Tuesday updates from Microsoft and provides detailed, actionable testing guidance. The company's Patch Tuesday release for February ...
2026-06-04 13:15 UTC -
web:krebsonsecurity.com
Microsoft today pushed updates to fix at least 56 security flaws in its Windows operating systems and supported software. This final Patch Tuesday of 2025 tackles one zero-day bug that is already ...
2026-06-04 13:15 UTC -
web:www.oracle.com
This Critical Patch Update contains 481 new security patches across the product families listed below. Please note that an MOS note summarizing the content of this Critical Patch Update and other Oracle Software Security Assurance activities is located at April 2026 Critical Patch Update: Executive Summary and Analysis.
2026-06-04 13:15 UTC -
web:msrc.microsoft.com
The Microsoft Security Response Center (MSRC) investigates all reports of security vulnerabilities affecting Microsoft products and services, and provides the information here as part of the ongoing effort to help you manage security risks and help keep your systems protected.
2026-06-04 13:15 UTC -
web:zecurit.com
Get the complete breakdown of Microsoft's June 2026 Patch Tuesday. We analyze the latest security updates and all critical CVEs .
2026-06-04 13:15 UTC -
web:www.bleepingcomputer.com
Microsoft says customers in restricted network environments may encounter Windows Update failures after installing the January 2026 optional non-security preview updates.
2026-05-22 05:46 UTC -
web:www.lansweeper.com
Which vulnerabilities, issues, and other things did Microsoft update? Discover what's new using Lansweeper's Patch Tuesday January 2026 summary.
2026-05-22 05:46 UTC -
web:www.securityweek.com
Microsoft has announced mitigations for CVE -2026-45585, a BitLocker bypass triggered via FsTx in Windows Recovery.
2026-05-22 05:46 UTC -
web:portal.msrc.microsoft.com
The Security Update Guide provides information on the latest Microsoft security updates, helping users understand and address potential vulnerabilities effectively.
2026-05-22 05:46 UTC -
web:blog.qualys.com
Microsoft's February 2026 Patch Tuesday focuses on closing security gaps that attackers could exploit, reinforcing the importance of timely patching in enterprise environments. Here's a quick breakdown of what you need to know. Microsoft Patch Tuesday for February 2026 This month's release addresses 61 vulnerabilities, including five critical and 52 important-severity vulnerabilities. In ...
2026-05-22 05:46 UTC -
web:cybersecuritynews.com
Microsoft's May 2026 Patch Tuesday lands with a heavy enterprise focus, fixing 120 vulnerabilities across Windows, Office, Azure, developer tools, and Microsoft 365 apps, including 29 remote code execution (RCE) flaws rated Critical.
2026-05-22 05:46 UTC -
web:nvd.nist.gov
An official website of the United States government Here's how you know
2026-05-22 05:46 UTC -
web:attack.mitre.org
This mitigation can be implemented through the following measures: Regular Operating System Updates Implementation: Apply the latest Windows security updates monthly using WSUS (Windows Server Update Services) or a similar patch management solution. Configure systems to check for updates automatically and schedule reboots during maintenance ...
2026-05-22 05:46 UTC -
web:windowsreport.com
It's that time of the month again: Microsoft has rolled out its Patch Tuesday updates for Windows 11 versions 23H2, 22H2, and 21H2. Windows 11 23H2 and 22H2 users will see their systems updated through KB5041585, while those on 21H2 will receive KB5041592.
2026-05-22 05:46 UTC -
web:www.action1.com
Microsoft Vulnerabilities This first Patch Tuesday of the year brings 112 vulnerability fixes from Microsoft, a sharp increase compared to recent releases. The update includes eight critical vulnerabilities and one zero-day, underscoring the growing pressure on patching teams. This comes against a broader trend: in 2025, reported vulnerabilities increased by 12% over 2024, continuing the ...
2026-05-22 05:46 UTC
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The full cvelistV5 record. Download as CVE-2023-21801.json.
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