CVE-2021-22894
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CVE-2021-22894 is a high-severity vulnerability rated 8.8/10 on the CVSS scale. A buffer overflow vulnerability exists in Pulse Connect Secure before 9.1R11.4 allows a remote authenticated attacker to execute arbitrary code as the root user via maliciously crafted meeting room.. CISA has confirmed active exploitation in the wild. EPSS estimates a 41.28% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
A buffer overflow vulnerability exists in Pulse Connect Secure before 9.1R11.4 allows a remote authenticated attacker to execute arbitrary code as the root user via maliciously crafted meeting room.
Metrics
Exploitation Status
This vulnerability is listed in CISA’s Known Exploited Vulnerabilities catalog, confirming active exploitation in the wild. Federal agencies must remediate by .
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Ivanti | Connect Secure | 9.0 |
| Ivanti | Connect Secure | 9.1 |
References
- https://kb.pulsesecure.net/articles/Pulse_Security_Advisories/SA44784/?kA23Z000000boUWSAYBroken Link, Vendor Advisory
- https://kb.pulsesecure.net/articles/Pulse_Security_Advisories/SA44784/?kA23Z000000boUWSAYBroken Link, Vendor Advisory
- https://www.cisa.gov/known-exploited-vulnerabilities-catalog?field_cve=CVE-2021-22894US Government Resource
Timeline
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- Status
- Analyzed
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