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CVE-2021-38417

7.4 · HIGH

VISAM VBASE version 11.6.0.6 is vulnerable to improper access control via the web-remote endpoint, which may allow an unauthenticated user viewing access to folders and files in the directory listing.

Published Jul 27, 2022CWE-284EPSS 0.82%

Overview

CVE-2021-38417 is a high-severity vulnerability. It was published on July 27, 2022 and has a CVSS 3.1 base score of 7.4 (HIGH).

This vulnerability has a CVSS 3.1 base score of 7.4, rated HIGH. It can be exploited remotely over the network. No authentication or special privileges are required for exploitation.

Technical description

VISAM VBASE version 11.6.0.6 is vulnerable to improper access control via the web-remote endpoint, which may allow an unauthenticated user viewing access to folders and files in the directory listing.

Remediation

Check the references section for vendor advisories, patches, and mitigation guidance. If immediate patching is not possible, review the CVSS vector to understand the attack surface and apply compensating controls such as network segmentation or access restrictions.

References

CISAwww.cisa.gov/uscert/ics/advisories/icsa-21-308-01CISAwww.cisa.gov/uscert/ics/advisories/icsa-21-308-01

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Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2021-38417?

CVE-2021-38417 is a high-severity vulnerability. It was published on July 27, 2022 and has a CVSS 3.1 base score of 7.4 (HIGH).

How severe is CVE-2021-38417?

This vulnerability has a CVSS 3.1 base score of 7.4, rated HIGH. It can be exploited remotely over the network. No authentication or special privileges are required for exploitation.

How do I fix or remediate CVE-2021-38417?

Check the references section for vendor advisories, patches, and mitigation guidance. If immediate patching is not possible, review the CVSS vector to understand the attack surface and apply compensating controls such as network segmentation or access restrictions.

How can CyberStrike help with CVE-2021-38417?

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