CVE-2021-31585
MEDIUMCVSS 6.7/10EPSS 0.93%
Last modified
CVE-2021-31585 is a medium-severity vulnerability rated 6.7/10 on the CVSS scale. Accellion Kiteworks before 7.3.1 allows a user with Admin privileges to escalate their privileges by generating SSH passwords that allow local access.. EPSS estimates a 0.93% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
Accellion Kiteworks before 7.3.1 allows a user with Admin privileges to escalate their privileges by generating SSH passwords that allow local access.
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Accellion | Kiteworks | < 7.3.1 |
References
- https://github.com/accellion/CVEsThird Party Advisory
- https://github.com/accellion/CVEs/blob/main/CVE-2021-31585.txtThird Party Advisory
- https://github.com/accellion/CVEsThird Party Advisory
- https://github.com/accellion/CVEs/blob/main/CVE-2021-31585.txtThird Party Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2021-31585?
Accellion Kiteworks before 7.3.1 allows a user with Admin privileges to escalate their privileges by generating SSH passwords that allow local access.
How severe is CVE-2021-31585?
CVE-2021-31585 has a CVSS score of 6.7/10 (MEDIUM severity). The EPSS model estimates a 0.93% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2021-31585?
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.
Are you affected by CVE-2021-31585?
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