CVE-2021-1499

Public Exploit
Cisco HyperFlex HX Data Platform File Upload Vulnerability

Description

A vulnerability in the web-based management interface of Cisco HyperFlex HX Data Platform could allow an unauthenticated, remote attacker to upload files to an affected device. This vulnerability is due to missing authentication for the upload function. An attacker could exploit this vulnerability by sending a specific HTTP request to an affected device. A successful exploit could allow the attacker to upload files to the affected device with the permissions of the tomcat8 user.

Category

5.3
CVSS
Severity: Medium
CVSS 3.1 •
CVSS 2.0 •
EPSS 93.81% Top 5%
Vendor Advisory cisco.com
Affected: Cisco Cisco HyperFlex HX Data Platform
Published at:
Updated at:

References

Link Tags
https://tools.cisco.com/security/center/content/CiscoSecurityAdvisory/cisco-sa-hyperflex-upload-KtCK8Ugz vendor advisory
http://packetstormsecurity.com/files/163203/Cisco-HyperFlex-HX-Data-Platform-File-Upload-Remote-Code-Execution.html third party advisory vdb entry exploit

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2021-1499?
CVE-2021-1499 has been scored as a medium severity vulnerability.
How to fix CVE-2021-1499?
To fix CVE-2021-1499, make sure you are using an up-to-date version of the affected component(s) by checking the vendor release notes. As for now, there are no other specific guidelines available.
Is CVE-2021-1499 being actively exploited in the wild?
It is possible that CVE-2021-1499 is being exploited or will be exploited in a near future based on public information. According to its EPSS score, there is a ~94% probability that this vulnerability will be exploited by malicious actors in the next 30 days.
What software or system is affected by CVE-2021-1499?
CVE-2021-1499 affects Cisco Cisco HyperFlex HX Data Platform.
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