CVE-2021-37345
HIGHCVSS 7.8/10EPSS 0.92%
Last modified
CVE-2021-37345 is a high-severity vulnerability rated 7.8/10 on the CVSS scale. Nagios XI before version 5.8.5 is vulnerable to local privilege escalation because xi-sys.cfg is being imported from the var directory for some scripts with elevated permissions.. EPSS estimates a 0.92% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
Nagios XI before version 5.8.5 is vulnerable to local privilege escalation because xi-sys.cfg is being imported from the var directory for some scripts with elevated permissions.
Metrics
CVSS:3.1/AV:L/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://nagios.comVendor Advisory
- https://www.nagios.com/downloads/nagios-xi/change-log/Release Notes, Vendor Advisory
- http://nagios.comVendor Advisory
- 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-2021-37345?
Nagios XI before version 5.8.5 is vulnerable to local privilege escalation because xi-sys.cfg is being imported from the var directory for some scripts with elevated permissions.
How severe is CVE-2021-37345?
CVE-2021-37345 has a CVSS score of 7.8/10 (HIGH severity). The EPSS model estimates a 0.92% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2021-37345?
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.
Are you affected by CVE-2021-37345?
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