CVE-2021-40041

Description

There is a Cross-Site Scripting(XSS) vulnerability in HUAWEI WS318n product when processing network settings. Due to insufficient validation of user input, a local authenticated attacker could exploit this vulnerability by injecting special characters. Successful exploit could cause certain information disclosure. Affected product versions include: WS318n-21 10.0.2.2, 10.0.2.5 and 10.0.2.6.

Category

4.2
CVSS
Severity: Medium
CVSS 3.1 •
CVSS 2.0 •
EPSS 0.06%
Vendor Advisory huawei.com
Affected: n/a WS318n-21
Published at:
Updated at:

References

Link Tags
https://www.huawei.com/en/psirt/security-advisories/huawei-sa-20211229-01-xss-en vendor advisory

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2021-40041?
CVE-2021-40041 has been scored as a medium severity vulnerability.
How to fix CVE-2021-40041?
To fix CVE-2021-40041, 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-2021-40041 being actively exploited in the wild?
As for now, there are no information to confirm that CVE-2021-40041 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-2021-40041?
CVE-2021-40041 affects n/a WS318n-21.
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