CVE-2021-4016

Rapid7 Insight Agent Improper Access Control

Description

Rapid7 Insight Agent, versions prior to 3.1.3, suffer from an improper access control vulnerability whereby, the user has access to the snapshot directory. An attacker can access, read and copy any of the files in this directory e.g. asset_info.json or file_info.json, leading to a loss of confidentiality. This issue was fixed in Rapid7 Insight Agent 3.1.3.

Category

4.0
CVSS
Severity: Medium
CVSS 3.1 •
CVSS 2.0 •
EPSS 0.14%
Third-Party Advisory rapid7.com
Affected: Rapid7 Insight Agent
Published at:
Updated at:

References

Link Tags
https://docs.rapid7.com/release-notes/insightagent/20220119/ third party advisory release notes

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2021-4016?
CVE-2021-4016 has been scored as a medium severity vulnerability.
How to fix CVE-2021-4016?
To fix CVE-2021-4016, 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-2021-4016 being actively exploited in the wild?
As for now, there are no information to confirm that CVE-2021-4016 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-2021-4016?
CVE-2021-4016 affects Rapid7 Insight Agent.
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