CVE-2021-21503
HIGHCVSS 7.8/10EPSS 0.31%
Last modified
CVE-2021-21503 is a high-severity vulnerability rated 7.8/10 on the CVSS scale. PowerScale OneFS 8.1.2,8.2.2 and 9.1.0 contains an improper input sanitization issue in a command. The Compadmin user could potentially exploit this vulnerability, leading to potential privileges escalation.. EPSS estimates a 0.31% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
PowerScale OneFS 8.1.2,8.2.2 and 9.1.0 contains an improper input sanitization issue in a command. The Compadmin user could potentially exploit this vulnerability, leading to potential privileges escalation.
Metrics
CVSS:3.1/AV:L/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Dell | Emc Powerscale Onefs | 8.1.2 |
| Dell | Emc Powerscale Onefs | 8.2.2 |
| Dell | Emc Powerscale Onefs | 9.1.0 |
References
- https://www.dell.com/support/kbdoc/000183717Vendor Advisory
- https://www.dell.com/support/kbdoc/000183717Vendor Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2021-21503?
PowerScale OneFS 8.1.2,8.2.2 and 9.1.0 contains an improper input sanitization issue in a command. The Compadmin user could potentially exploit this vulnerability, leading to potential privileges escalation.
How severe is CVE-2021-21503?
CVE-2021-21503 has a CVSS score of 7.8/10 (HIGH severity). The EPSS model estimates a 0.31% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2021-21503?
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.
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