CVE-2021-20074

Name: CVE-2021-20074
Creator: NVD / NIST
Published: 2021-02-16T20:15:16.283+00:00
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/zero/1.0/

HIGHCVSS 8.8/10EPSS 1.24%

Last modified Jun 17, 2026

CVE-2021-20074 is a high-severity vulnerability rated 8.8/10 on the CVSS scale. Racom's MIDGE Firmware 4.4.40.105 contains an issue that allows users to escape the provided command line interface and execute arbitrary OS commands.. EPSS estimates a 1.24% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

Racom's MIDGE Firmware 4.4.40.105 contains an issue that allows users to escape the provided command line interface and execute arbitrary OS commands.

Metrics

CVSS 3.1

8.8/10

CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H

EPSS Probability

1.24%

65.4th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Weakness Enumeration

CWE-78

Affected Software

Vendor	Product	Versions
Racom	M\!Dge Firmware	4.4.40.105

References

https://www.tenable.com/security/research/tra-2021-04Third Party Advisory
https://www.tenable.com/security/research/tra-2021-04Third Party Advisory

Timeline

Published: Feb 16, 2021
Last Modified: Jun 17, 2026
Status: Modified

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2021-20074?

Racom's MIDGE Firmware 4.4.40.105 contains an issue that allows users to escape the provided command line interface and execute arbitrary OS commands.

How severe is CVE-2021-20074?

CVE-2021-20074 has a CVSS score of 8.8/10 (HIGH severity). The EPSS model estimates a 1.24% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

How do I fix CVE-2021-20074?

Check the vendor references and advisories linked above for patched versions and mitigation guidance. You can also run a Strix scan to test if your systems are affected.

Are you affected by CVE-2021-20074?

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Source: NVD / NIST