Vulnerability Description
An issue was discovered in Quest KACE Desktop Authority before 11.2. This vulnerability allows attackers to execute remote code through a deserialization exploitation in the RadAsyncUpload function of ASP.NET AJAX. An attacker can leverage this vulnerability when the encryption keys are known (due to the presence of CVE-2017-11317, CVE-2017-11357, or other means). A default setting for the type whitelisting feature in more current versions of ASP.NET AJAX prevents exploitation.
CVSS Score
CRITICAL
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Quest | Kace Desktop Authority | >= 10.0, < 11.2 |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- https://support.quest.com/kace-desktop-authority/kb/336098/quest-response-to-desVendor Advisory
- https://support.quest.com/kace-desktop-authority/kb/336098/quest-response-to-desVendor Advisory
FAQ
What is CVE-2021-44029?
CVE-2021-44029 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 9.8 (CRITICAL). An issue was discovered in Quest KACE Desktop Authority before 11.2. This vulnerability allows attackers to execute remote code through a deserialization exploitation in the RadAsyncUpload function of...
How severe is CVE-2021-44029?
CVE-2021-44029 has been rated CRITICAL with a CVSS base score of 9.8/10. This is considered a critical vulnerability requiring immediate attention.
Is there a patch for CVE-2021-44029?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Quest Kace Desktop Authority.