CVE-2021-21909
HIGHCVSS 8.1/10EPSS 1.01%
Last modified
CVE-2021-21909 is a high-severity vulnerability rated 8.1/10 on the CVSS scale. Specially-crafted command line arguments can lead to arbitrary file deletion in the del .cnt|.log file delete command. An attacker can provide malicious inputs to trigger this vulnerability. EPSS estimates a 1.01% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
Specially-crafted command line arguments can lead to arbitrary file deletion in the del .cnt|.log file delete command. An attacker can provide malicious inputs to trigger this vulnerability
Metrics
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:U/C:N/I:H/A:H
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Garrett | Ic Module Firmware | 5.0 |
References
- https://talosintelligence.com/vulnerability_reports/TALOS-2021-1359Exploit, Third Party Advisory
- https://talosintelligence.com/vulnerability_reports/TALOS-2021-1359Exploit, Third Party Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2021-21909?
Specially-crafted command line arguments can lead to arbitrary file deletion in the del .cnt|.log file delete command. An attacker can provide malicious inputs to trigger this vulnerability
How severe is CVE-2021-21909?
CVE-2021-21909 has a CVSS score of 8.1/10 (HIGH severity). The EPSS model estimates a 1.01% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2021-21909?
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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