CVE-2021-27117
HIGHCVSS 7.8/10EPSS 0.43%
Last modified
CVE-2021-27117 is a high-severity vulnerability rated 7.8/10 on the CVSS scale. An issue was discovered in file profile.go in function GetCPUProfile in beego through 2.0.2, allows attackers to launch symlink attacks locally.. EPSS estimates a 0.43% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
An issue was discovered in file profile.go in function GetCPUProfile in beego through 2.0.2, allows attackers to launch symlink attacks locally.
Metrics
CVSS:3.1/AV:L/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Beego | Beego | <= 2.0.2 |
References
- https://github.com/beego/beego/issues/4484Exploit, Issue Tracking, Third Party Advisory
- https://github.com/beego/beego/issues/4484Exploit, Issue Tracking, Third Party Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2021-27117?
An issue was discovered in file profile.go in function GetCPUProfile in beego through 2.0.2, allows attackers to launch symlink attacks locally.
How severe is CVE-2021-27117?
CVE-2021-27117 has a CVSS score of 7.8/10 (HIGH severity). The EPSS model estimates a 0.43% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2021-27117?
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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