CVE-2021-29220

Name: CVE-2021-29220
Creator: NVD / NIST
Published: 2022-02-24T22:15:08.217+00:00
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/zero/1.0/

HIGHCVSS 7.2/10EPSS 2.03%

Last modified Jun 17, 2026

CVE-2021-29220 is a high-severity vulnerability rated 7.2/10 on the CVSS scale. Multiple buffer overflow security vulnerabilities have been identified in HPE iLO Amplifier Pack version(s): Prior to 2.12. These vulnerabilities could be exploited by a highly privileged user to remotely execute code that could lead to a loss of confidentiality, integrity, and availability. EPSS estimates a 2.03% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

Multiple buffer overflow security vulnerabilities have been identified in HPE iLO Amplifier Pack version(s): Prior to 2.12. These vulnerabilities could be exploited by a highly privileged user to remotely execute code that could lead to a loss of confidentiality, integrity, and availability. HPE has provided a software update to resolve this vulnerability in HPE iLO Amplifier Pack.

Metrics

CVSS 3.1

7.2/10

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

EPSS Probability

2.03%

78.6th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Weakness Enumeration

CWE-120

Affected Software

Vendor	Product	Versions
Hp	Ilo Amplifier Pack	< 2.12

References

Timeline

Published: Feb 24, 2022
Last Modified: Jun 17, 2026
Status: Modified

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2021-29220?

How severe is CVE-2021-29220?

CVE-2021-29220 has a CVSS score of 7.2/10 (HIGH severity). The EPSS model estimates a 2.03% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

How do I fix CVE-2021-29220?

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