CVE-2021-27791
Last modified
CVE-2021-27791 is a medium-severity vulnerability rated 5.4/10 on the CVSS scale. The function that is used to parse the Authentication header in Brocade Fabric OS Web application service before Brocade Fabric OS v9.0.1a and v8.2.3a fails to properly process a malformed authentication header from the client, resulting in reading memory addresses outside the intended range. An unauthenticated attacker could discover a request, which could bypass the authentication process.. EPSS estimates a 0.60% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
The function that is used to parse the Authentication header in Brocade Fabric OS Web application service before Brocade Fabric OS v9.0.1a and v8.2.3a fails to properly process a malformed authentication header from the client, resulting in reading memory addresses outside the intended range. An unauthenticated attacker could discover a request, which could bypass the authentication process.
Metrics
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:U/C:L/I:L/A:N
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Broadcom | Fabric Operating System | >= 8.2.1, < 8.2.3a |
| Broadcom | Fabric Operating System | >= 9.0.0, < 9.0.1a |
References
- https://security.netapp.com/advisory/ntap-20210819-0002/Third Party Advisory
- https://security.netapp.com/advisory/ntap-20210819-0002/Third Party Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2021-27791?
How severe is CVE-2021-27791?
How do I fix CVE-2021-27791?
Are you affected by CVE-2021-27791?
Run a free Strix scan to check your systems for this vulnerability.
Scan your code nowSource: NVD / NIST