CVE-2021-31831

Incorrect access to deleted scripts vulnerability in McAfee DBSec

Description

Incorrect access to deleted scripts vulnerability in McAfee Database Security (DBSec) prior to 4.8.2 allows a remote authenticated attacker to gain access to signed SQL scripts which have been marked as deleted or expired within the administrative console. This access was only available through the REST API.

Category

4.9
CVSS
Severity: Medium
CVSS 3.1 •
CVSS 2.0 •
EPSS 0.32%
Affected: McAfee,LLC McAfee Database Security (DBSec)
Published at:
Updated at:

References

Link Tags
https://kc.mcafee.com/corporate/index?page=content&id=SB10359 broken link

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2021-31831?
CVE-2021-31831 has been scored as a medium severity vulnerability.
How to fix CVE-2021-31831?
To fix CVE-2021-31831, 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-2021-31831 being actively exploited in the wild?
As for now, there are no information to confirm that CVE-2021-31831 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-2021-31831?
CVE-2021-31831 affects McAfee,LLC McAfee Database Security (DBSec).
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