Vulnerability identifier: #VU54350

Vulnerability risk: High

CVSSv3.1: 8.5 [CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H/E:U/RL:O/RC:C]

CVE-ID: CVE-2021-35066

CWE-ID: CWE-611

Exploitation vector: Network

Exploit availability: No

Vulnerable software:
Automate
Client/Desktop applications / Other client software

Vendor: ConnectWise

Description

The vulnerability allows a remote attacker to execute arbitrary code on the system.

The vulnerability exists due to insufficient validation of user-supplied XML input. A remote attacker can pass a specially crafted XML code to the affected application and execute arbitrary code on the target system.

Mitigation
Install updates from vendor's website.

Vulnerable software versions

Automate: 2021.6.131

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External links
http://www.connectwise.com/company/trust/security-bulletins
http://home.connectwise.com/securityBulletin/60cc8c63508a120001cb6e8d

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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.