CVE-2021-4091
HIGHCVSS 7.5/10EPSS 1.98%
Last modified
CVE-2021-4091 is a high-severity vulnerability rated 7.5/10 on the CVSS scale. A double-free was found in the way 389-ds-base handles virtual attributes context in persistent searches. An attacker could send a series of search requests, forcing the server to behave unexpectedly, and crash.. EPSS estimates a 1.98% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
A double-free was found in the way 389-ds-base handles virtual attributes context in persistent searches. An attacker could send a series of search requests, forcing the server to behave unexpectedly, and crash.
Metrics
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:N/I:N/A:H
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Port389 | 389-Ds-Base | < 1.3.10.2 |
| Redhat | Enterprise Linux Desktop | 7 |
| Redhat | Enterprise Linux For Ibm Z Systems | 7.0 |
| Redhat | Enterprise Linux For Power Big Endian | 7.0 |
| Redhat | Enterprise Linux For Power Little Endian | 7.0 |
| Redhat | Enterprise Linux For Scientific Computing | 7.0 |
| Redhat | Enterprise Linux Server | 7.0 |
| Redhat | Enterprise Linux Workstation | 7.0 |
References
- https://bugzilla.redhat.com/show_bug.cgi?id=2030307Issue Tracking, Patch, Vendor Advisory
- https://bugzilla.redhat.com/show_bug.cgi?id=2030307Issue Tracking, Patch, Vendor Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2021-4091?
A double-free was found in the way 389-ds-base handles virtual attributes context in persistent searches. An attacker could send a series of search requests, forcing the server to behave unexpectedly, and crash.
How severe is CVE-2021-4091?
CVE-2021-4091 has a CVSS score of 7.5/10 (HIGH severity). The EPSS model estimates a 1.98% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2021-4091?
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-2021-4091?
Run a free Strix scan to check your systems for this vulnerability.
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