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CVE-2021-23399

CRITICALCVSS 9.8/10EPSS 1.34%

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CVE-2021-23399 is a critical-severity vulnerability rated 9.8/10 on the CVSS scale. This affects all versions of package wincred. If attacker-controlled user input is given to the getCredential function, it is possible for an attacker to execute arbitrary commands. EPSS estimates a 1.34% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

This affects all versions of package wincred. If attacker-controlled user input is given to the getCredential function, it is possible for an attacker to execute arbitrary commands. This is due to use of the child_process exec function without input sanitization.

Metrics

CVSS 3.1
9.8/10

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

EPSS Probability
1.34%

67.6th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Weakness Enumeration

Affected Software

VendorProductVersions
Wincred ProjectWincredAll versions

References

Timeline

Published
Last Modified
Status
Modified

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2021-23399?
This affects all versions of package wincred. If attacker-controlled user input is given to the getCredential function, it is possible for an attacker to execute arbitrary commands. This is due to use of the child_process exec function without input sanitization.
How severe is CVE-2021-23399?
CVE-2021-23399 has a CVSS score of 9.8/10 (CRITICAL severity). The EPSS model estimates a 1.34% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2021-23399?
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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Source: NVD / NIST