CVE-2021-38439
CRITICALCVSS 9.8/10EPSS 2.55%
Last modified
CVE-2021-38439 is a critical-severity vulnerability rated 9.8/10 on the CVSS scale. All versions of GurumDDS are vulnerable to heap-based buffer overflow, which may cause a denial-of-service condition or remotely execute arbitrary code.. EPSS estimates a 2.55% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
All versions of GurumDDS are vulnerable to heap-based buffer overflow, which may cause a denial-of-service condition or remotely execute arbitrary code.
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Gurum | Gurumdds | All versions |
References
- https://www.cisa.gov/uscert/ics/advisories/icsa-21-315-02Third Party Advisory, US Government Resource
- https://www.cisa.gov/uscert/ics/advisories/icsa-21-315-02Third Party Advisory, US Government Resource
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2021-38439?
All versions of GurumDDS are vulnerable to heap-based buffer overflow, which may cause a denial-of-service condition or remotely execute arbitrary code.
How severe is CVE-2021-38439?
CVE-2021-38439 has a CVSS score of 9.8/10 (CRITICAL severity). The EPSS model estimates a 2.55% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2021-38439?
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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