Vulnerability identifier: #VU58625

Vulnerability risk: Medium

CVSSv3.1: 4.4 [CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:H/PR:L/UI:N/S:U/C:L/I:L/A:L/E:U/RL:O/RC:C]

CVE-ID: CVE-2021-20044

CWE-ID: CWE-284

Exploitation vector: Network

Exploit availability: No

Vulnerable software:
SMA 100
Hardware solutions / Security hardware applicances

Vendor: SonicWall

Description

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

The vulnerability exists due to improper access restrictions in the Management API. A remote user can bypass implemented security restrictions and execute system commands as ‘nobody’ user.

Mitigation
Install updates from vendor's website.

Vulnerable software versions

SMA 100: 10.2.1.1-19sv, 10.2.0.8-37sv

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External links
http://psirt.global.sonicwall.com/vuln-detail/SNWLID-2021-0026

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Q & A

Can this vulnerability be exploited remotely?

Yes. This vulnerability can be exploited by a remote authenticated user via the Internet.

Is there known malware, which exploits this vulnerability?

No. We are not aware of malware exploiting this vulnerability.