Vulnerability Description
An issue was discovered in CALDERA 2.8.1. It does not properly segregate user privileges, resulting in non-admin users having access to read and modify configuration or other components that should only be accessible by admin users.
CVSS Score
HIGH
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Mitre | Caldera | <= 2.8.1 |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- https://github.com/DrunkenShells/Disclosures/tree/master/CVE-2021-42562-ImproperExploitThird Party Advisory
- https://github.com/mitre/caldera/releasesRelease NotesThird Party Advisory
- https://github.com/DrunkenShells/Disclosures/tree/master/CVE-2021-42562-ImproperExploitThird Party Advisory
- https://github.com/mitre/caldera/releasesRelease NotesThird Party Advisory
FAQ
What is CVE-2021-42562?
CVE-2021-42562 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 8.1 (HIGH). An issue was discovered in CALDERA 2.8.1. It does not properly segregate user privileges, resulting in non-admin users having access to read and modify configuration or other components that should on...
How severe is CVE-2021-42562?
CVE-2021-42562 has been rated HIGH with a CVSS base score of 8.1/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2021-42562?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Mitre Caldera.