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CVE-2021-43129

6.5 · MEDIUM

A bypass exists for Desire2Learn/D2L Brightspace’s “Disable Right Click” option in the quizzing feature, which allows a quiz-taker to access print and copy functionality via the browser’s right cli…

Published Apr 19, 2022EPSS 1.72%

Overview

CVE-2021-43129 is a medium-severity vulnerability. It was published on April 19, 2022 and has a CVSS 3.1 base score of 6.5 (MEDIUM).

This vulnerability has a CVSS 3.1 base score of 6.5, rated MEDIUM. It can be exploited remotely over the network. No authentication or special privileges are required for exploitation.

Technical description

A bypass exists for Desire2Learn/D2L Brightspace’s “Disable Right Click” option in the quizzing feature, which allows a quiz-taker to access print and copy functionality via the browser’s right click menu even when “Disable Right Click” is enabled on the quiz.

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-2021-43129?

CVE-2021-43129 is a medium-severity vulnerability. It was published on April 19, 2022 and has a CVSS 3.1 base score of 6.5 (MEDIUM).

How severe is CVE-2021-43129?

This vulnerability has a CVSS 3.1 base score of 6.5, rated MEDIUM. It can be exploited remotely over the network. No authentication or special privileges are required for exploitation.

How do I fix or remediate CVE-2021-43129?

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-2021-43129?

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