CVE-2021-21514

Description

Dell EMC OpenManage Server Administrator (OMSA) versions 9.5 and prior contain a path traversal vulnerability. A remote user with admin privileges could potentially exploit this vulnerability to view arbitrary files on the target system by sending a specially crafted URL request.

Category

4.9
CVSS
Severity: Medium
CVSS 3.1 •
CVSS 2.0 •
EPSS 28.05% Top 5%
Vendor Advisory dell.com
Affected: Dell Dell Open Manage Server Administrator
Published at:
Updated at:

References

Link Tags
https://www.dell.com/support/kbdoc/en-us/000183670/dsa-2021-040-dell-emc-openmanage-server-administrator-omsa-security-update-for-multiple-vulnerabilities vendor advisory

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2021-21514?
CVE-2021-21514 has been scored as a medium severity vulnerability.
How to fix CVE-2021-21514?
To fix CVE-2021-21514, 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-2021-21514 being actively exploited in the wild?
It is possible that CVE-2021-21514 is being exploited or will be exploited in a near future based on public information. According to its EPSS score, there is a ~28% probability that this vulnerability will be exploited by malicious actors in the next 30 days.
What software or system is affected by CVE-2021-21514?
CVE-2021-21514 affects Dell Dell Open Manage Server Administrator.
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