CVE-2021-45891
HIGHCVSS 8.8/10EPSS 1.40%
Last modified
CVE-2021-45891 is a high-severity vulnerability rated 8.8/10 on the CVSS scale. An issue was discovered in Softwarebuero Zauner ARC 4.2.0.4., that allows attackers to escalate privileges within the application, since all permission checks are done client-side, not server-side.. EPSS estimates a 1.40% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
An issue was discovered in Softwarebuero Zauner ARC 4.2.0.4., that allows attackers to escalate privileges within the application, since all permission checks are done client-side, not server-side.
Metrics
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Zauner | Arc | 4.2.0.4 |
References
- https://syss.deThird Party Advisory
- https://www.syss.de/fileadmin/dokumente/Publikationen/Advisories/SYSS-2021-063.txtExploit, Third Party Advisory
- https://syss.deThird Party Advisory
- https://www.syss.de/fileadmin/dokumente/Publikationen/Advisories/SYSS-2021-063.txtExploit, Third Party Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2021-45891?
An issue was discovered in Softwarebuero Zauner ARC 4.2.0.4., that allows attackers to escalate privileges within the application, since all permission checks are done client-side, not server-side.
How severe is CVE-2021-45891?
CVE-2021-45891 has a CVSS score of 8.8/10 (HIGH severity). The EPSS model estimates a 1.40% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2021-45891?
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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