CVE-2021-26628

MEDIUMCVSS 6.1/10EPSS 0.73%

Last modified

CVE-2021-26628 is a medium-severity vulnerability rated 6.1/10 on the CVSS scale. Insufficient script validation of the admin page enables XSS, which causes unauthorized users to steal admin privileges. When uploading file in a specific menu, the verification of the files is insufficient. EPSS estimates a 0.73% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

Insufficient script validation of the admin page enables XSS, which causes unauthorized users to steal admin privileges. When uploading file in a specific menu, the verification of the files is insufficient. It allows remote attackers to upload arbitrary files disguising them as image files.

Metrics

CVSS 3.1
6.1/10

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

EPSS Probability
0.73%

49.6th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Weakness Enumeration

Affected Software

VendorProductVersions
MaxbMaxboard< 1.9.6.1

References

Timeline

Published
Last Modified
Status
Modified

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2021-26628?
Insufficient script validation of the admin page enables XSS, which causes unauthorized users to steal admin privileges. When uploading file in a specific menu, the verification of the files is insufficient. It allows remote attackers to upload arbitrary files disguising them as image files.
How severe is CVE-2021-26628?
CVE-2021-26628 has a CVSS score of 6.1/10 (MEDIUM severity). The EPSS model estimates a 0.73% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2021-26628?
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