Vulnerability Description
Rittal CMC PU III Web management (version V3.11.00_2) fails to sanitize user input on several parameters of the configuration (User Configuration dialog, Task Configuration dialog and set logging filter dialog). This allows an attacker to backdoor the device with HTML and browser-interpreted content (such as JavaScript or other client-side scripts). The XSS payload will be triggered when the user accesses some specific sections of the application.
CVSS Score
MEDIUM
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Rittal | Cmc Pu Iii 7030.000 Firmware | >= 3.11.00_2, < 3.17.10 |
| Rittal | Cmc Pu Iii 7030.000 | 3.00 |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- https://github.com/asang17/CVE-2021-XSSExploitThird Party Advisory
- https://github.com/asang17/CVE-2021-XSSExploitThird Party Advisory
FAQ
What is CVE-2021-40223?
CVE-2021-40223 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 5.4 (MEDIUM). Rittal CMC PU III Web management (version V3.11.00_2) fails to sanitize user input on several parameters of the configuration (User Configuration dialog, Task Configuration dialog and set logging filt...
How severe is CVE-2021-40223?
CVE-2021-40223 has been rated MEDIUM with a CVSS base score of 5.4/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2021-40223?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Rittal Cmc Pu Iii 7030.000 Firmware, Rittal Cmc Pu Iii 7030.000.