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CVE-2024-21985

7.6 · HIGH

ONTAP 9 versions prior to 9.9.1P18, 9.10.1P16, 9.11.1P13, 9.12.1P10 and 9.13.1P4 are susceptible to a vulnerability which could allow an authenticated user with multiple remote accounts with diff…

Published Jan 26, 2024CWE-269EPSS 0.33%

Overview

CVE-2024-21985 is a high-severity vulnerability. It was published on January 26, 2024 and has a CVSS 3.1 base score of 7.6 (HIGH).

This vulnerability has a CVSS 3.1 base score of 7.6, rated HIGH. It can be exploited remotely over the network. Some level of privileges is required for exploitation.

Technical description

ONTAP 9 versions prior to 9.9.1P18, 9.10.1P16, 9.11.1P13, 9.12.1P10

and 9.13.1P4 are susceptible to a vulnerability which could allow an

authenticated user with multiple remote accounts with differing roles to

perform actions via REST API beyond their intended privilege. Possible

actions include viewing limited configuration details and metrics or

modifying limited settings, some of which could result in a Denial of

Service (DoS).

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-2024-21985?

CVE-2024-21985 is a high-severity vulnerability. It was published on January 26, 2024 and has a CVSS 3.1 base score of 7.6 (HIGH).

How severe is CVE-2024-21985?

This vulnerability has a CVSS 3.1 base score of 7.6, 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-2024-21985?

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-2024-21985?

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