CVE-2021-45809

Public Exploit

Description

GlobalProtect-openconnect versions prior to 1.4.3 are affected by incorrect access control in GPService through DBUS, GUI Application. The way GlobalProtect-Openconnect is set up enables arbitrary users to execute commands as root by submitting the `--script=<script>` parameter.

9.8

CVSS

Severity: Critical

CVSS 3.1 •

CVSS 2.0 •

EPSS 1.12% Top 25%

Third-Party Advisory github.com

Affected: n/a n/a

References

Link	Tags
https://github.com/yuezk/GlobalProtect-openconnect/issues/113	exploit mitigation third party advisory issue tracking

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2021-45809?: CVE-2021-45809 has been scored as a critical severity vulnerability.
How to fix CVE-2021-45809?: To fix CVE-2021-45809, 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-2021-45809 being actively exploited in the wild?: It is possible that CVE-2021-45809 is being exploited or will be exploited in a near future based on public information. According to its EPSS score, there is a ~1% probability that this vulnerability will be exploited by malicious actors in the next 30 days.

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