CVE-2021-42767
CRITICALCVSS 9.1/10EPSS 1.47%
Last modified
CVE-2021-42767 is a critical-severity vulnerability rated 9.1/10 on the CVSS scale. A directory traversal vulnerability in the apoc plugins in Neo4J Graph database before 4.4.0.1 allows attackers to read local files, and sometimes create local files. This is fixed in 3.5.17, 4.2.10, 4.3.0.4, and 4.4.0.1.. EPSS estimates a 1.47% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
A directory traversal vulnerability in the apoc plugins in Neo4J Graph database before 4.4.0.1 allows attackers to read local files, and sometimes create local files. This is fixed in 3.5.17, 4.2.10, 4.3.0.4, and 4.4.0.1.
Metrics
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Neo4j | Awesome Procedures | < 3.5.0.17 |
| Neo4j | Awesome Procedures | >= 4.2.0.0, < 4.2.10 |
| Neo4j | Awesome Procedures | >= 4.3.0.0, < 4.3.0.4 |
| Neo4j | Awesome Procedures | >= 4.4.0.0, < 4.4.0.1 |
References
- https://neo4j.comProduct, Vendor Advisory
- https://neo4j.comProduct, Vendor Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2021-42767?
A directory traversal vulnerability in the apoc plugins in Neo4J Graph database before 4.4.0.1 allows attackers to read local files, and sometimes create local files. This is fixed in 3.5.17, 4.2.10, 4.3.0.4, and 4.4.0.1.
How severe is CVE-2021-42767?
CVE-2021-42767 has a CVSS score of 9.1/10 (CRITICAL severity). The EPSS model estimates a 1.47% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2021-42767?
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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