CVE-2021-21553

Description

Dell PowerScale OneFS versions 8.1.0-9.1.0 contain an Incorrect User Management vulnerability.under some specific conditions, this can allow the CompAdmin user to elevate privileges and break out of Compliance mode. This is a critical vulnerability and Dell recommends upgrading at the earliest.

Category

7.3
CVSS
Severity: High
CVSS 3.1 •
CVSS 2.0 •
EPSS 0.03%
Vendor Advisory dell.com
Affected: Dell PowerScale OneFS
Published at:
Updated at:

References

Link Tags
https://www.dell.com/support/kbdoc/000188148 vendor advisory

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2021-21553?
CVE-2021-21553 has been scored as a high severity vulnerability.
How to fix CVE-2021-21553?
To fix CVE-2021-21553, 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-2021-21553 being actively exploited in the wild?
As for now, there are no information to confirm that CVE-2021-21553 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-2021-21553?
CVE-2021-21553 affects Dell PowerScale OneFS.
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