CVE-2021-21596

Description

Dell OpenManage Enterprise versions 3.4 through 3.6.1 and Dell OpenManage Enterprise Modular versions 1.20.00 through 1.30.00, contain a remote code execution vulnerability. A malicious attacker with access to the immediate subnet may potentially exploit this vulnerability leading to information disclosure and a possible elevation of privileges.

Category

9.6
CVSS
Severity: Critical
CVSS 3.1 •
CVSS 2.0 •
EPSS 1.32% Top 25%
Vendor Advisory dell.com
Affected: Dell Dell OpenManage Enterprise
Published at:
Updated at:

References

Link Tags
https://www.dell.com/support/kbdoc/000189673 patch vendor advisory

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2021-21596?
CVE-2021-21596 has been scored as a critical severity vulnerability.
How to fix CVE-2021-21596?
To fix CVE-2021-21596, 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-2021-21596 being actively exploited in the wild?
It is possible that CVE-2021-21596 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-2021-21596?
CVE-2021-21596 affects Dell Dell OpenManage Enterprise.
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