CVE-2021-22278
MEDIUMCVSS 6.7/10EPSS 0.12%
Last modified
CVE-2021-22278 is a medium-severity vulnerability rated 6.7/10 on the CVSS scale. A certificate validation vulnerability in PCM600 Update Manager allows attacker to get unwanted software packages to be installed on computer which has PCM600 installed.. EPSS estimates a 0.12% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
A certificate validation vulnerability in PCM600 Update Manager allows attacker to get unwanted software packages to be installed on computer which has PCM600 installed.
Metrics
CVSS:3.1/AV:L/AC:L/PR:H/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Abb | Update Manager | 2.1 |
| Abb | Update Manager | 2.1.0.4 |
| Abb | Update Manager | 2.2 |
| Abb | Update Manager | 2.2.0.1 |
| Abb | Update Manager | 2.2.0.2 |
| Abb | Update Manager | 2.2.0.23 |
| Abb | Update Manager | 2.3.0.60 |
| Abb | Update Manager | 2.4.20041.1 |
| Abb | Update Manager | 2.4.20119.2 |
| Abb | Update Manager | >= 2.7, <= 2.10 |
References
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2021-22278?
A certificate validation vulnerability in PCM600 Update Manager allows attacker to get unwanted software packages to be installed on computer which has PCM600 installed.
How severe is CVE-2021-22278?
CVE-2021-22278 has a CVSS score of 6.7/10 (MEDIUM severity). The EPSS model estimates a 0.12% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2021-22278?
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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