CVE-2021-32096
HIGHCVSS 8.8/10EPSS 0.59%
Last modified
CVE-2021-32096 is a high-severity vulnerability rated 8.8/10 on the CVSS scale. The ConsoleAction component of U.S. National Security Agency (NSA) Emissary 5.9.0 allows a CSRF attack that results in injecting arbitrary Ruby code (for an eval call) via the CONSOLE_COMMAND_STRING parameter.. EPSS estimates a 0.59% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
The ConsoleAction component of U.S. National Security Agency (NSA) Emissary 5.9.0 allows a CSRF attack that results in injecting arbitrary Ruby code (for an eval call) via the CONSOLE_COMMAND_STRING parameter.
Metrics
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:R/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Nsa | Emissary | 5.9.0 |
References
- https://blog.sonarsource.com/code-vulnerabilities-in-nsa-application-revealedExploit, Third Party Advisory
- https://portswigger.net/daily-swig/nsa-workflow-application-emissary-vulnerable-to-malicious-takeoverExploit, Third Party Advisory
- https://blog.sonarsource.com/code-vulnerabilities-in-nsa-application-revealedExploit, Third Party Advisory
- https://portswigger.net/daily-swig/nsa-workflow-application-emissary-vulnerable-to-malicious-takeoverExploit, Third Party Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2021-32096?
The ConsoleAction component of U.S. National Security Agency (NSA) Emissary 5.9.0 allows a CSRF attack that results in injecting arbitrary Ruby code (for an eval call) via the CONSOLE_COMMAND_STRING parameter.
How severe is CVE-2021-32096?
CVE-2021-32096 has a CVSS score of 8.8/10 (HIGH severity). The EPSS model estimates a 0.59% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2021-32096?
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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