CVE-2021-21538

Description

Dell EMC iDRAC9 versions 4.40.00.00 and later, but prior to 4.40.10.00, contain an improper authentication vulnerability. A remote unauthenticated attacker could potentially exploit this vulnerability to gain access to the virtual console.

Category

9.6
CVSS
Severity: Critical
CVSS 3.1 •
CVSS 2.0 •
EPSS 1.55% Top 20%
Vendor Advisory dell.com
Affected: Dell Integrated Dell Remote Access Controller (iDRAC)
Published at:
Updated at:

References

Link Tags
https://www.dell.com/support/kbdoc/000186420 patch vendor advisory

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2021-21538?
CVE-2021-21538 has been scored as a critical severity vulnerability.
How to fix CVE-2021-21538?
To fix CVE-2021-21538, 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-2021-21538 being actively exploited in the wild?
It is possible that CVE-2021-21538 is being exploited or will be exploited in a near future based on public information. According to its EPSS score, there is a ~2% probability that this vulnerability will be exploited by malicious actors in the next 30 days.
What software or system is affected by CVE-2021-21538?
CVE-2021-21538 affects Dell Integrated Dell Remote Access Controller (iDRAC).
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