Remote code execution in VMware View Planner
| Risk | High |
| Patch available | YES |
| Number of vulnerabilities | 1 |
| CVE-ID | CVE-2021-21978 |
| CWE-ID | CWE-285 |
| Exploitation vector | Network |
| Public exploit | Public exploit code for vulnerability #1 is available. |
| Vulnerable software Subscribe |
VMware View Planner Web applications / Remote management & hosting panels |
| Vendor | VMware, Inc |
Security Bulletin
This security bulletin contains one high risk vulnerability.
1) Improper Authorization
EUVDB-ID: #VU51179
Risk: High
CVSSv3.1: 9.1 [CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H/E:F/RL:O/RC:C]
CVE-ID: CVE-2021-21978
CWE-ID:
CWE-285 - Improper Authorization
Exploit availability: Yes
DescriptionThe vulnerability allows a remote attacker to compromise the affected system.
The vulnerability exists due to missing authorization within the View Planner Harness feature in logupload web application. A remote non-authenticated attacker can upload and execute arbitrary file on the system.
Successful exploitation of the vulnerability may allow an attacker to execute arbitrary code within the logupload container.
MitigationInstall updates from vendor's website.
Vulnerable software versionsVMware View Planner: 4.6
External linkshttp://www.vmware.com/security/advisories/VMSA-2021-0003.html
Q & A
Can this vulnerability be exploited remotely?
Yes. This vulnerability can be exploited by a remote non-authenticated attacker via the Internet.
Is there known malware, which exploits this vulnerability?
No. We are not aware of malware exploiting this vulnerability. However, a fully functional exploit for this vulnerability is available.
