CVE-2021-3342
CRITICALCVSS 9.8/10EPSS 4.18%
Last modified
CVE-2021-3342 is a critical-severity vulnerability rated 9.8/10 on the CVSS scale. EPrints 3.4.2 allows remote attackers to read arbitrary files and possibly execute commands via crafted LaTeX input to a cgi/latex2png?latex= URI.. EPSS estimates a 4.18% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
EPrints 3.4.2 allows remote attackers to read arbitrary files and possibly execute commands via crafted LaTeX input to a cgi/latex2png?latex= URI.
Metrics
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Eprints | Eprints | 3.4.2 |
References
- https://files.eprints.org/2548/Patch, Vendor Advisory
- https://files.eprints.org/2549/Patch, Vendor Advisory
- https://github.com/grymer/CVE/blob/master/eprints_security_review.pdfExploit, Patch, Third Party Advisory
- https://files.eprints.org/2548/Patch, Vendor Advisory
- https://files.eprints.org/2549/Patch, Vendor Advisory
- https://github.com/grymer/CVE/blob/master/eprints_security_review.pdfExploit, Patch, Third Party Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2021-3342?
EPrints 3.4.2 allows remote attackers to read arbitrary files and possibly execute commands via crafted LaTeX input to a cgi/latex2png?latex= URI.
How severe is CVE-2021-3342?
CVE-2021-3342 has a CVSS score of 9.8/10 (CRITICAL severity). The EPSS model estimates a 4.18% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2021-3342?
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.
How Strix Helps
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