Vulnerability Description
In Ivanti Pulse Secure Pulse Connect Secure (PCS) before 9.1R12, the administrator password is stored in the HTML source code of the "Maintenance > Push Configuration > Targets > Target Name" targets.cgi screen. A read-only administrative user can escalate to a read-write administrative role.
CVSS Score
HIGH
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Ivanti | Connect Secure | 9.1 |
| Pulsesecure | Pulse Connect Secure | < 9.1 |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- https://gist.github.com/JGarciaSec/2060ec1c8efc1d573a1ddb754c6b4f84Third Party Advisory
- https://kb.pulsesecure.net/?atype=saVendor Advisory
- https://gist.github.com/JGarciaSec/2060ec1c8efc1d573a1ddb754c6b4f84Third Party Advisory
- https://kb.pulsesecure.net/?atype=saVendor Advisory
FAQ
What is CVE-2021-44720?
CVE-2021-44720 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 7.2 (HIGH). In Ivanti Pulse Secure Pulse Connect Secure (PCS) before 9.1R12, the administrator password is stored in the HTML source code of the "Maintenance > Push Configuration > Targets > Target Name" targets....
How severe is CVE-2021-44720?
CVE-2021-44720 has been rated HIGH with a CVSS base score of 7.2/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2021-44720?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Ivanti Connect Secure, Pulsesecure Pulse Connect Secure.