CVE-2021-21386

Improper Neutralization of Argument Delimiters in a Decompiling Package Process

Description

APKLeaks is an open-source project for scanning APK file for URIs, endpoints & secrets. APKLeaks prior to v2.0.3 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary OS commands via package name inside application manifest. An attacker could include arguments that allow unintended commands or code to be executed, allow sensitive data to be read or modified or could cause other unintended behavior through malicious package name. The problem is fixed in version v2.0.6-dev and above.

Category

9.3
CVSS
Severity: Critical
CVSS 3.1 •
CVSS 2.0 •
EPSS 1.05% Top 25%
Third-Party Advisory github.com Third-Party Advisory github.com
Affected: dwisiswant0 apkleaks
Published at:
Updated at:

References

Link Tags
https://github.com/dwisiswant0/apkleaks/security/advisories/GHSA-8434-v7xw-8m9x third party advisory patch
https://github.com/dwisiswant0/apkleaks/commit/a966e781499ff6fd4eea66876d7532301b13a382 third party advisory patch

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2021-21386?
CVE-2021-21386 has been scored as a critical severity vulnerability.
How to fix CVE-2021-21386?
To fix CVE-2021-21386, 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-2021-21386 being actively exploited in the wild?
It is possible that CVE-2021-21386 is being exploited or will be exploited in a near future based on public information. According to its EPSS score, there is a ~1% probability that this vulnerability will be exploited by malicious actors in the next 30 days.
What software or system is affected by CVE-2021-21386?
CVE-2021-21386 affects dwisiswant0 apkleaks.
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