CVE-2021-40323
CRITICALCVSS 9.8/10EPSS 88.48%
Last modified
CVE-2021-40323 is a critical-severity vulnerability rated 9.8/10 on the CVSS scale. Cobbler before 3.3.0 allows log poisoning, and resultant Remote Code Execution, via an XMLRPC method that logs to the logfile for template injection.. EPSS estimates a 88.48% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
Cobbler before 3.3.0 allows log poisoning, and resultant Remote Code Execution, via an XMLRPC method that logs to the logfile for template injection.
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Cobbler Project | Cobbler | <= 3.3.0 |
References
- https://github.com/cobbler/cobbler/commit/d8f60bbf14a838c8c8a1dba98086b223e35fe70aPatch, Third Party Advisory
- https://github.com/cobbler/cobbler/releases/tag/v3.3.0Product, Third Party Advisory
- https://github.com/cobbler/cobbler/commit/d8f60bbf14a838c8c8a1dba98086b223e35fe70aPatch, Third Party Advisory
- https://github.com/cobbler/cobbler/releases/tag/v3.3.0Product, Third Party Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2021-40323?
Cobbler before 3.3.0 allows log poisoning, and resultant Remote Code Execution, via an XMLRPC method that logs to the logfile for template injection.
How severe is CVE-2021-40323?
CVE-2021-40323 has a CVSS score of 9.8/10 (CRITICAL severity). The EPSS model estimates a 88.48% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2021-40323?
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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