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CVE-2021-22037

HIGH · CVSS 7.8 EPSS 0.28%

Source: NVD + CISA KEV + EPSS (historical backfill) · Published 2021-10-29 · Last synced 2026-08-04

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CVE
CVE-2021-22037
Severity
HIGH
CVSS
7.8
EPSS
0.28%
Windows

Original NVD Description

Under certain circumstances, when manipulating the Windows registry, InstallBuilder uses the reg.exe system command. The full path to the command is not enforced, which results in a search in the search path until a binary can be identified. This makes the installer/uninstaller vulnerable to Path Interception by Search Order Hijacking, potentially allowing an attacker to plant a malicious reg.exe command so it takes precedence over the system command. The vulnerability only affects Windows installers.