CVE-2021-42138
MEDIUMCVSS 6.5/10EPSS 0.58%
Last modified
CVE-2021-42138 is a medium-severity vulnerability rated 6.5/10 on the CVSS scale. A user of a machine protected by SafeNet Agent for Windows Logon may leverage weak entropy to access the encrypted credentials of any or all the users on that machine.. EPSS estimates a 0.58% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
A user of a machine protected by SafeNet Agent for Windows Logon may leverage weak entropy to access the encrypted credentials of any or all the users on that machine.
Metrics
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Thalesgroup | Safenet Windows Logon Agent | < 3.4.4 |
References
- https://cpl.thalesgroup.com/support/security-updatesVendor Advisory
- https://cpl.thalesgroup.com/support/security-updatesVendor Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2021-42138?
A user of a machine protected by SafeNet Agent for Windows Logon may leverage weak entropy to access the encrypted credentials of any or all the users on that machine.
How severe is CVE-2021-42138?
CVE-2021-42138 has a CVSS score of 6.5/10 (MEDIUM severity). The EPSS model estimates a 0.58% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2021-42138?
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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