CVE-2021-3310
HIGHCVSS 7.8/10EPSS 1.01%
Last modified
CVE-2021-3310 is a high-severity vulnerability rated 7.8/10 on the CVSS scale. Western Digital My Cloud OS 5 devices before 5.10.122 mishandle Symbolic Link Following on SMB and AFP shares. This can lead to code execution and information disclosure (by reading local files).. EPSS estimates a 1.01% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
Western Digital My Cloud OS 5 devices before 5.10.122 mishandle Symbolic Link Following on SMB and AFP shares. This can lead to code execution and information disclosure (by reading local files).
Metrics
CVSS:3.1/AV:L/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Westerndigital | My Cloud Os | < 5.10.122 |
References
- https://www.zerodayinitiative.com/advisories/ZDI-21-277/Third Party Advisory
- https://www.zerodayinitiative.com/advisories/ZDI-21-277/Third Party Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2021-3310?
Western Digital My Cloud OS 5 devices before 5.10.122 mishandle Symbolic Link Following on SMB and AFP shares. This can lead to code execution and information disclosure (by reading local files).
How severe is CVE-2021-3310?
CVE-2021-3310 has a CVSS score of 7.8/10 (HIGH severity). The EPSS model estimates a 1.01% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2021-3310?
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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