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CVE-2021-36717

HIGHCVSS 7.5/10EPSS 0.92%

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CVE-2021-36717 is a high-severity vulnerability rated 7.5/10 on the CVSS scale. Synerion TimeNet version 9.21 contains a directory traversal vulnerability where, on the "Name" parameter, the attacker can return to the root directory and open the host file. This might give the attacker the ability to view restricted files, which could provide the attacker with more information required to further compromise the system.. EPSS estimates a 0.92% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

Synerion TimeNet version 9.21 contains a directory traversal vulnerability where, on the "Name" parameter, the attacker can return to the root directory and open the host file. This might give the attacker the ability to view restricted files, which could provide the attacker with more information required to further compromise the system.

Metrics

CVSS 3.1
7.5/10

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

EPSS Probability
0.92%

55.7th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Weakness Enumeration

Affected Software

VendorProductVersions
SynerionTimenet9.21

References

Timeline

Published
Last Modified
Status
Modified

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2021-36717?
Synerion TimeNet version 9.21 contains a directory traversal vulnerability where, on the "Name" parameter, the attacker can return to the root directory and open the host file. This might give the attacker the ability to view restricted files, which could provide the attacker with more information required to further compromise the system.
How severe is CVE-2021-36717?
CVE-2021-36717 has a CVSS score of 7.5/10 (HIGH severity). The EPSS model estimates a 0.92% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2021-36717?
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