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CVE-2021-23862

7.2 · HIGH

A crafted configuration packet sent by an authenticated administrative user can be used to execute arbitrary commands in system context.

Published Dec 8, 2021CWE-20EPSS 1.44%

Overview

CVE-2021-23862 is a high-severity vulnerability. It was published on December 8, 2021 and has a CVSS 3.1 base score of 7.2 (HIGH).

This vulnerability has a CVSS 3.1 base score of 7.2, rated HIGH. It can be exploited remotely over the network. Some level of privileges is required for exploitation.

Technical description

A crafted configuration packet sent by an authenticated administrative user can be used to execute arbitrary commands in system context. This issue also affects installations of the VRM, DIVAR IP, BVMS with VRM installed, the VIDEOJET decoder (VJD-7513 and VJD-8000).

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.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2021-23862?

CVE-2021-23862 is a high-severity vulnerability. It was published on December 8, 2021 and has a CVSS 3.1 base score of 7.2 (HIGH).

How severe is CVE-2021-23862?

This vulnerability has a CVSS 3.1 base score of 7.2, rated HIGH. It can be exploited remotely over the network. Some level of privileges is required for exploitation.

How do I fix or remediate CVE-2021-23862?

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.

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