CVE-2021-4481 — HIGH (8.2) — White Hats Nepal

Vulnerability Description

Dräger Protector Software prior to version 6.4.2 contains a local privilege escalation vulnerability due to insecure file system permissions that allows local attackers to execute arbitrary code with elevated privileges. Attackers can replace binaries or loaded modules on the host system to execute code with NT SYSTEM privileges.

CVSS Score

8.2

HIGH

CVSS:3.1/AV:L/AC:L/PR:N/UI:R/S:C/C:N/I:H/A:H

Attack Vector

LOCAL

Attack Complexity

LOW

Privileges Required

NONE

User Interaction

REQUIRED

Scope

CHANGED

Confidentiality

NONE

Integrity

HIGH

Availability

HIGH

Related Weaknesses (CWE)

CWE-732

References

FAQ

What is CVE-2021-4481?

CVE-2021-4481 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 8.2 (HIGH). Dräger Protector Software prior to version 6.4.2 contains a local privilege escalation vulnerability due to insecure file system permissions that allows local attackers to execute arbitrary code with ...

How severe is CVE-2021-4481?

CVE-2021-4481 has been rated HIGH with a CVSS base score of 8.2/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.

Is there a patch for CVE-2021-4481?

Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Review vendor security bulletins for remediation guidance.