CVE-2021-32961

Name: CVE-2021-32961
Creator: NVD / NIST
Published: 2022-04-01T23:15:09.867+00:00
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/zero/1.0/

HIGHCVSS 7.5/10EPSS 1.18%

Last modified Jun 17, 2026

CVE-2021-32961 is a high-severity vulnerability rated 7.5/10 on the CVSS scale. A getfile function in MDT AutoSave versions prior to v6.02.06 enables a user to supply an optional parameter, resulting in the processing of a request in a special manner. This can result in the execution of an unzip command and place a malicious .exe file in one of the locations the function looks for and get execution capabilities.. EPSS estimates a 1.18% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

A getfile function in MDT AutoSave versions prior to v6.02.06 enables a user to supply an optional parameter, resulting in the processing of a request in a special manner. This can result in the execution of an unzip command and place a malicious .exe file in one of the locations the function looks for and get execution capabilities.

Metrics

CVSS 3.1

7.5/10

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

EPSS Probability

1.18%

63.8th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Weakness Enumeration

Affected Software

Vendor	Product	Versions
Auvesy-Mdt	Autosave	< 6.02.06
Auvesy-Mdt	Autosave	>= 7.00, <= 7.04
Auvesy-Mdt	Autosave For System Platform	< 4.01
Auvesy-Mdt	Autosave For System Platform	5.00

References

https://www.cisa.gov/uscert/ics/advisories/icsa-21-189-02Mitigation, Third Party Advisory, US Government Resource
https://www.cisa.gov/uscert/ics/advisories/icsa-21-189-02Mitigation, Third Party Advisory, US Government Resource

Timeline

Published: Apr 1, 2022
Last Modified: Jun 17, 2026
Status: Modified

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2021-32961?

How severe is CVE-2021-32961?

CVE-2021-32961 has a CVSS score of 7.5/10 (HIGH severity). The EPSS model estimates a 1.18% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

How do I fix CVE-2021-32961?

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