CVE-2021-31381

SRC Series: A remote attacker sending a specially crafted query may cause the web server to delete files

Description

A configuration weakness in the JBoss Application Server (AppSvr) component of Juniper Networks SRC Series allows a remote attacker to send a specially crafted query to cause the web server to delete files which may allow the attacker to disrupt the integrity and availability of the system.

Remediation

Solution:

  • The following software releases have been updated to resolve this specific issue: 4.12.0R5, 4.13.0R3, and all subsequent releases.

Workaround:

  • There are no viable workarounds for this issue. To reduce the risk of exploitation utilize common security BCPs to limit the exploitable surface by limiting access to network and device to trusted systems, administrators, networks and hosts.

Category

6.5
CVSS
Severity: Medium
CVSS 3.1 •
CVSS 2.0 •
EPSS 0.73% Top 30%
Vendor Advisory juniper.net
Affected: Juniper Networks SRC Series
Published at:
Updated at:

References

Link Tags
https://kb.juniper.net/JSA11248 patch vendor advisory

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2021-31381?
CVE-2021-31381 has been scored as a medium severity vulnerability.
How to fix CVE-2021-31381?
To fix CVE-2021-31381: The following software releases have been updated to resolve this specific issue: 4.12.0R5, 4.13.0R3, and all subsequent releases.
Is CVE-2021-31381 being actively exploited in the wild?
As for now, there are no information to confirm that CVE-2021-31381 is being actively exploited. 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-2021-31381?
CVE-2021-31381 affects Juniper Networks SRC Series.
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