CVE-2021-37343
HIGHCVSS 8.8/10EPSS 23.82%
Last modified
CVE-2021-37343 is a high-severity vulnerability rated 8.8/10 on the CVSS scale. A path traversal vulnerability exists in Nagios XI below version 5.8.5 AutoDiscovery component and could lead to post authenticated RCE under security context of the user running Nagios.. EPSS estimates a 23.82% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
A path traversal vulnerability exists in Nagios XI below version 5.8.5 AutoDiscovery component and could lead to post authenticated RCE under security context of the user running Nagios.
Metrics
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Nagios | Nagios Xi | < 5.8.5 |
References
- http://packetstormsecurity.com/files/165978/Nagios-XI-Autodiscovery-Shell-Upload.htmlExploit, Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
- https://www.nagios.com/downloads/nagios-xi/change-log/Release Notes, Vendor Advisory
- http://packetstormsecurity.com/files/165978/Nagios-XI-Autodiscovery-Shell-Upload.htmlExploit, Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
- https://www.nagios.com/downloads/nagios-xi/change-log/Release Notes, Vendor Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2021-37343?
A path traversal vulnerability exists in Nagios XI below version 5.8.5 AutoDiscovery component and could lead to post authenticated RCE under security context of the user running Nagios.
How severe is CVE-2021-37343?
CVE-2021-37343 has a CVSS score of 8.8/10 (HIGH severity). The EPSS model estimates a 23.82% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2021-37343?
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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