CVE-2021-21535

Description

Dell Hybrid Client versions prior to 1.5 contain a missing authentication for a critical function vulnerability. A local unauthenticated attacker may exploit this vulnerability in order to gain root level access to the system.

Category

7.4
CVSS
Severity: High
CVSS 3.1 •
CVSS 2.0 •
EPSS 0.03%
Vendor Advisory dell.com
Affected: Dell Dell Hybrid Client (DHC)
Published at:
Updated at:

References

Link Tags
https://www.dell.com/support/kbdoc/en-us/000184667/dsa-2021-071-dell-hybrid-client-security-update-for-multiple-vulnerabilities vendor advisory

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2021-21535?
CVE-2021-21535 has been scored as a high severity vulnerability.
How to fix CVE-2021-21535?
To fix CVE-2021-21535, 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-2021-21535 being actively exploited in the wild?
As for now, there are no information to confirm that CVE-2021-21535 is being actively exploited. According to its EPSS score, there is a ~0% probability that this vulnerability will be exploited by malicious actors in the next 30 days.
What software or system is affected by CVE-2021-21535?
CVE-2021-21535 affects Dell Dell Hybrid Client (DHC).
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