#VU62645 Improper Neutralization of Special Elements in Output Used by a Downstream Component in iDRAC9 and iDRAC8


Published: 2022-04-27

Vulnerability identifier: #VU62645

Vulnerability risk: Low

CVSSv3.1: 3.8 [CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:R/S:U/C:N/I:L/A:N/E:U/RL:O/RC:C]

CVE-ID: CVE-2021-21580

CWE-ID: CWE-74

Exploitation vector: Network

Exploit availability: No

Vulnerable software:
iDRAC9
Web applications / Remote management & hosting panels
iDRAC8
Web applications / Remote management & hosting panels

Vendor: Dell

Description

The vulnerability allows a remote attacker to compromise the target system.

The vulnerability exists due to a Content spoofing / Text injection. A remote attacker can inject text to present a customized message on the application and phish users into believing that the message is legitimate.

Mitigation
Install updates from vendor's website.

Vulnerable software versions

iDRAC9: 2.65.65.65 - 4.40.45.00


External links
http://www.dell.com/support/kbdoc/000189193


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.


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