CVE-2021-35946
CRITICALCVSS 9.8/10EPSS 1.44%
Last modified
CVE-2021-35946 is a critical-severity vulnerability rated 9.8/10 on the CVSS scale. A receiver of a federated share with access to the database with ownCloud version before 10.8 could update the permissions and therefore elevate their own permissions.. EPSS estimates a 1.44% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
A receiver of a federated share with access to the database with ownCloud version before 10.8 could update the permissions and therefore elevate their own permissions.
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Owncloud | Owncloud | < 10.8.0 |
References
- https://doc.owncloud.com/server/admin_manual/release_notes.htmlRelease Notes, Vendor Advisory
- https://owncloud.com/security-advisories/cve-2021-35946/Vendor Advisory
- https://doc.owncloud.com/server/admin_manual/release_notes.htmlRelease Notes, Vendor Advisory
- https://owncloud.com/security-advisories/cve-2021-35946/Vendor Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2021-35946?
A receiver of a federated share with access to the database with ownCloud version before 10.8 could update the permissions and therefore elevate their own permissions.
How severe is CVE-2021-35946?
CVE-2021-35946 has a CVSS score of 9.8/10 (CRITICAL severity). The EPSS model estimates a 1.44% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2021-35946?
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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