Vulnerability identifier: #VU56922

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-2021-33601

CWE-ID: CWE-94

Exploitation vector: Network

Exploit availability: No

Vulnerable software:
F-Secure Internet Gatekeeper
Other software / Other software solutions

Vendor: F-Secure

Description

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

The vulnerability exists due to improper input validation in the web user interface. A remote attacker can send a specially crafted request and execute arbitrary code on the target system.

Successful exploitation of this vulnerability may result in complete compromise of vulnerable system.

Mitigation
Install updates from vendor's website.

Vulnerable software versions

F-Secure Internet Gatekeeper: 5

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External links
http://www.f-secure.com/en/business/programs/vulnerability-reward-program/hall-of-fame
http://www.f-secure.com/en/business/support-and-downloads/security-advisories/cve-2021-33601

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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.