CVE-2021-37347
HIGHCVSS 7.8/10EPSS 0.78%
Last modified
CVE-2021-37347 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 getprofile.sh does not validate the directory name it receives as an argument.. EPSS estimates a 0.78% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
Nagios XI before version 5.8.5 is vulnerable to local privilege escalation because getprofile.sh does not validate the directory name it receives as an argument.
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
- https://www.nagios.com/downloads/nagios-xi/change-log/Release Notes, Vendor 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-2021-37347?
Nagios XI before version 5.8.5 is vulnerable to local privilege escalation because getprofile.sh does not validate the directory name it receives as an argument.
How severe is CVE-2021-37347?
CVE-2021-37347 has a CVSS score of 7.8/10 (HIGH severity). The EPSS model estimates a 0.78% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2021-37347?
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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