ACTIVELY EXPLOITED

CVE-2021-31955: Microsoft Windows Kernel Information Disclosure Vulnerability

Facts
VendorMicrosoft
ProductWindows
Actively exploitedYes
Added to CISA KEV3 Nov 2021
CISA federal deadline17 Nov 2021
Weakness (CWE)CWE-497

Required action (CISA's text)

Apply updates per vendor instructions.

Description (NVD)

Microsoft Windows Kernel contains an unspecified vulnerability that allows for information disclosure. Successful exploitation allows attackers to read the contents of kernel memory from a user-mode process.

SOURCES

Other Microsoft flaws

Data from NVD, CISA KEV, FIRST EPSS and vendor advisories. Updated 10 Nov 2026.