CVE-2021-42638
HIGHCVSS 8.1/10EPSS 5.66%
Last modified
CVE-2021-42638 is a high-severity vulnerability rated 8.1/10 on the CVSS scale. PrinterLogic Web Stack versions 19.1.1.13 SP9 and below do not sanitize user input resulting in pre-auth remote code execution.. EPSS estimates a 5.66% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
PrinterLogic Web Stack versions 19.1.1.13 SP9 and below do not sanitize user input resulting in pre-auth remote code execution.
Metrics
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:H/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Printerlogic | Web Stack | < 19.1.1.13 |
| Printerlogic | Web Stack | 19.1.1.13 |
References
- https://portswigger.net/daily-swig/printerlogic-vendor-addresses-triple-rce-threat-against-all-connected-endpointsPress/Media Coverage, Third Party Advisory
- https://www.printerlogic.com/security-bulletin/Vendor Advisory
- https://www.securityweek.com/printerlogic-patches-code-execution-flaws-printer-management-suitePress/Media Coverage, Third Party Advisory
- https://www.yahooinc.com/paranoids/paranoids-vulnerability-research-printerlogic-issues-security-alert/Exploit, Press/Media Coverage, Third Party Advisory
- https://portswigger.net/daily-swig/printerlogic-vendor-addresses-triple-rce-threat-against-all-connected-endpointsPress/Media Coverage, Third Party Advisory
- https://www.printerlogic.com/security-bulletin/Vendor Advisory
- https://www.securityweek.com/printerlogic-patches-code-execution-flaws-printer-management-suitePress/Media Coverage, Third Party Advisory
- https://www.yahooinc.com/paranoids/paranoids-vulnerability-research-printerlogic-issues-security-alert/Exploit, Press/Media Coverage, Third Party Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2021-42638?
PrinterLogic Web Stack versions 19.1.1.13 SP9 and below do not sanitize user input resulting in pre-auth remote code execution.
How severe is CVE-2021-42638?
CVE-2021-42638 has a CVSS score of 8.1/10 (HIGH severity). The EPSS model estimates a 5.66% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2021-42638?
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.
How Strix Helps
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