CVE-2021-31797
MEDIUMCVSS 5.1/10EPSS 0.34%
Last modified
CVE-2021-31797 is a medium-severity vulnerability rated 5.1/10 on the CVSS scale. The user identification mechanism used by CyberArk Credential Provider prior to 12.1 is susceptible to a local host race condition, leading to password disclosure.. EPSS estimates a 0.34% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
The user identification mechanism used by CyberArk Credential Provider prior to 12.1 is susceptible to a local host race condition, leading to password disclosure.
Metrics
CVSS:3.1/AV:L/AC:H/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:N/A:N
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Cyberark | Credential Provider | < 12.1 |
References
- http://packetstormsecurity.com/files/164033/CyberArk-Credential-Provider-Race-Condition-Authorization-Bypass.htmlThird Party Advisory, VDB Entry
- http://seclists.org/fulldisclosure/2021/Sep/2Mailing List, Third Party Advisory
- https://korelogic.com/Resources/Advisories/KL-001-2021-009.txtMailing List, Third Party Advisory
- http://packetstormsecurity.com/files/164033/CyberArk-Credential-Provider-Race-Condition-Authorization-Bypass.htmlThird Party Advisory, VDB Entry
- http://seclists.org/fulldisclosure/2021/Sep/2Mailing List, Third Party Advisory
- https://korelogic.com/Resources/Advisories/KL-001-2021-009.txtMailing List, Third Party Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2021-31797?
The user identification mechanism used by CyberArk Credential Provider prior to 12.1 is susceptible to a local host race condition, leading to password disclosure.
How severe is CVE-2021-31797?
CVE-2021-31797 has a CVSS score of 5.1/10 (MEDIUM severity). The EPSS model estimates a 0.34% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2021-31797?
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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