CVE-2021-43990
MEDIUMCVSS 5.3/10EPSS 0.65%
Last modified
CVE-2021-43990 is a medium-severity vulnerability rated 5.3/10 on the CVSS scale. The affected product is vulnerable to a network-based attack by threat actors supplying a crafted, malicious XML payload designed to trigger an external entity reference call.. EPSS estimates a 0.65% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
The affected product is vulnerable to a network-based attack by threat actors supplying a crafted, malicious XML payload designed to trigger an external entity reference call.
Metrics
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:H/PR:N/UI:R/S:U/C:N/I:N/A:H
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Fanuc | Roboguide | <= 9.40083.00.05 |
References
- https://www.cisa.gov/uscert/ics/advisories/icsa-22-109-03Patch, Third Party Advisory, US Government Resource
- https://www.cisa.gov/uscert/ics/advisories/icsa-22-109-03Patch, Third Party Advisory, US Government Resource
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2021-43990?
The affected product is vulnerable to a network-based attack by threat actors supplying a crafted, malicious XML payload designed to trigger an external entity reference call.
How severe is CVE-2021-43990?
CVE-2021-43990 has a CVSS score of 5.3/10 (MEDIUM severity). The EPSS model estimates a 0.65% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2021-43990?
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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