CVE-2021-33359
HIGHCVSS 7.5/10EPSS 1.25%
Last modified
CVE-2021-33359 is a high-severity vulnerability rated 7.5/10 on the CVSS scale. A vulnerability exists in gowitness < 2.3.6 that allows an unauthenticated attacker to perform an arbitrary file read using the file:// scheme in the url parameter to get an image of any file.. EPSS estimates a 1.25% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
A vulnerability exists in gowitness < 2.3.6 that allows an unauthenticated attacker to perform an arbitrary file read using the file:// scheme in the url parameter to get an image of any file.
Metrics
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:N/A:N
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Sensepost | Gowitness | < 2.3.6 |
References
- https://github.com/sensepost/gowitness/releases/tag/2.3.6Patch, Release Notes, Third Party Advisory
- https://twitter.com/leonjza/status/1395283512433971202?s=19Third Party Advisory
- https://github.com/sensepost/gowitness/releases/tag/2.3.6Patch, Release Notes, Third Party Advisory
- https://twitter.com/leonjza/status/1395283512433971202?s=19Third Party Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2021-33359?
A vulnerability exists in gowitness < 2.3.6 that allows an unauthenticated attacker to perform an arbitrary file read using the file:// scheme in the url parameter to get an image of any file.
How severe is CVE-2021-33359?
CVE-2021-33359 has a CVSS score of 7.5/10 (HIGH severity). The EPSS model estimates a 1.25% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2021-33359?
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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