CVE-2021-27782

HCL BigFix Mobile / Modern Client Management Server passwords are susceptible to a brute-force attack

Description

HCL BigFix Mobile / Modern Client Management Admin and Config UI passwords can be brute-forced. User should be locked out for multiple invalid attempts.

Category

5.4
CVSS
Severity: Medium
CVSS 3.1 •
EPSS 0.17%
Vendor Advisory hcltechsw.com
Affected: HCL Software BigFix Mobile
Published at:
Updated at:

References

Link Tags
https://support.hcltechsw.com/csm?id=kb_article&sysparm_article=KB0102477 vendor advisory

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2021-27782?
CVE-2021-27782 has been scored as a medium severity vulnerability.
How to fix CVE-2021-27782?
To fix CVE-2021-27782, 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-2021-27782 being actively exploited in the wild?
As for now, there are no information to confirm that CVE-2021-27782 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-2021-27782?
CVE-2021-27782 affects HCL Software BigFix Mobile.
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