CVE-2021-25270
MEDIUMCVSS 6.7/10EPSS 0.26%
Last modified
CVE-2021-25270 is a medium-severity vulnerability rated 6.7/10 on the CVSS scale. A local attacker could execute arbitrary code with administrator privileges in HitmanPro.Alert before version Build 901.. EPSS estimates a 0.26% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
A local attacker could execute arbitrary code with administrator privileges in HitmanPro.Alert before version Build 901.
Metrics
CVSS:3.1/AV:L/AC:L/PR:H/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Sophos | Hitmanpro.Alert | < 901 |
References
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2021-25270?
A local attacker could execute arbitrary code with administrator privileges in HitmanPro.Alert before version Build 901.
How severe is CVE-2021-25270?
CVE-2021-25270 has a CVSS score of 6.7/10 (MEDIUM severity). The EPSS model estimates a 0.26% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2021-25270?
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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