CVE-2021-32931

Name: CVE-2021-32931
Creator: NVD / NIST
Published: 2021-08-11T13:15:16.137+00:00
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/zero/1.0/

HIGHCVSS 7.8/10EPSS 2.01%

Last modified Jun 17, 2026

CVE-2021-32931 is a high-severity vulnerability rated 7.8/10 on the CVSS scale. An uninitialized pointer in FATEK Automation FvDesigner, Versions 1.5.88 and prior may be exploited while the application is processing project files, allowing an attacker to craft a special project file that may permit arbitrary code execution.. EPSS estimates a 2.01% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

An uninitialized pointer in FATEK Automation FvDesigner, Versions 1.5.88 and prior may be exploited while the application is processing project files, allowing an attacker to craft a special project file that may permit arbitrary code execution.

Metrics

CVSS 3.1

7.8/10

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

EPSS Probability

2.01%

78.4th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Weakness Enumeration

Affected Software

Vendor	Product	Versions
Fatek	Fvdesigner	<= 1.5.88

References

https://us-cert.cisa.gov/ics/advisories/icsa-21-217-02Third Party Advisory, US Government Resource
https://www.zerodayinitiative.com/advisories/ZDI-21-1027/Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
https://www.zerodayinitiative.com/advisories/ZDI-21-1030/Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
https://us-cert.cisa.gov/ics/advisories/icsa-21-217-02Third Party Advisory, US Government Resource
https://www.zerodayinitiative.com/advisories/ZDI-21-1027/Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
https://www.zerodayinitiative.com/advisories/ZDI-21-1030/Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry

Timeline

Published: Aug 11, 2021
Last Modified: Jun 17, 2026
Status: Modified

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2021-32931?

How severe is CVE-2021-32931?

CVE-2021-32931 has a CVSS score of 7.8/10 (HIGH severity). The EPSS model estimates a 2.01% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

How do I fix CVE-2021-32931?

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