CVE-2021-1499
MediumPublic exploitA vulnerability in the web-based management interface of Cisco HyperFlex HX Data Platform could allow an unauthenticated, remote attacker to upload files to an affected device.
Published Jun 24, 2021 · Updated Nov 8, 2024
Key Facts
Patch immediately- CVE-2021-1499 is a medium-severity vulnerability (CVSS 5.3 v3.1) affecting Hyperflex Hx Data Platform (Cisco).
- It is not listed in any known-exploited vulnerabilities catalog. Public exploit code is available.
- EPSS estimates a 80% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
- Fixed versions are available, including Hyperflex Hx Data Platform 4.0\(2e\).
- Brandefense priority: patch immediately, because it is very likely to be exploited soon.
CVSS v3.1
5.3
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:N/I:L/A:N
EPSS (30-day exploit likelihood)
80%
Higher than 99.6% of all scored CVEs
Exploited in the wild
No known
Not in a known-exploited catalog
Public exploit code
Available
Proof-of-concept or weaponized module
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Description
A vulnerability in the web-based management interface of Cisco HyperFlex HX Data Platform could allow an unauthenticated, remote attacker to upload files to an affected device. This vulnerability is due to missing authentication for the upload function. An attacker could exploit this vulnerability by sending a specific HTTP request to an affected device. A successful exploit could allow the attacker to upload files to the affected device with the permissions of the tomcat8 user.
Affected Products
2 affected entries in total| Product | Affected versions | Fixed in |
|---|---|---|
| Hyperflex Hx Data PlatformCisco | >= n/a | 4.0\(2e\) |
Patched Releases
Hyperflex Hx Data Platform
4.0\(2e\)
Timeline
Publicly disclosed
Jun 24, 2021
Last updated
Nov 8, 2024
Weakness Type
- CWE-306 Missing Authentication for Critical Function
References
- advisoryhttps://nvd.nist.gov/vuln/detail/CVE-2021-1567
- advisory20210505 Cisco HyperFlex HX Data Platform File Upload Vulnerability
- advisoryhttps://tools.cisco.com/security/center/content/CiscoSecurityAdvisory/cisco-sa-sdwpresc-ySJGvE9
- advisoryhttps://tools.cisco.com/security/center/content/CiscoSecurityAdvisory/cisco-sa-sdwpresc-ySJGvE9?vs_f=Cisco%20Security%20Advisory&vs_cat=Security%20Intelligence&vs_type=RSS&vs_p=Cisco%20SD-WAN%20Solution%20Privilege%20Escalation%20Vulnerability&vs_k=1
- advisoryhttps://www.google.com/url?rct=j&sa=t&url=https://itbrief.co.nz/story/vulnerabilities-discovered-in-cisco-it-infrastructure-deployment-solution&ct=ga&cd=CAIyHTZhY2JhMGMyZGY3NWViZWU6Y29tLnRyOmVuOlRS&usg=AFQjCNGsQntfy4fX21vr7oyBEWHFZaon7g
FAQ
Common Questions.
A vulnerability in the web-based management interface of Cisco HyperFlex HX Data Platform could allow an unauthenticated, remote attacker to upload files to an affected device.
Affected: Hyperflex Hx Data Platform (Cisco) versions >= n/a. The full list is in the CVE brief.
It is not listed in any known-exploited vulnerabilities catalog.
No, it is not currently listed in the CISA Known Exploited Vulnerabilities catalog.
Public exploit code is available.
Fixed versions are available, including Hyperflex Hx Data Platform 4.0\(2e\).
Brandefense priority: patch immediately, because it is very likely to be exploited soon.
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