CVE-2021-29212 Path traversal in iLO Amplifier Pack

Critical 9.8 Published 1 Nov 2021 Updated 3 Aug 2024

Unauthenticated attackers can exploit directory traversal to execute arbitrary code, compromising the HPE iLO Amplifier Pack appliance.

Exploited in the wild: Not known
Login needed: Not needed
Attackable: Over the internet
Victim action needed: Not needed
Fix: None listed

What is CVE-2021-29212?

CVE-2021-29212 is a critical path traversal vulnerability in iLO Amplifier Pack, published on 1 Nov 2021. An attacker can exploit it over the internet without logging in, with no action from the victim.

Official description

A remote unauthenticated directory traversal security vulnerability has been identified in HPE iLO Amplifier Pack versions 1.80, 1.81, 1.90 and 1.95. The vulnerability could be remotely exploited to allow an unauthenticated user to run arbitrary code leading complete impact to confidentiality, integrity, and availability of the iLO Amplifier Pack appliance.

Weakness: CWE-22

Which versions are affected by CVE-2021-29212?

It affects 1 product.

Products include Hp Ilo Amplifier Pack.

How do I fix CVE-2021-29212?

No fix has been published for CVE-2021-29212 yet. Limit exposure of the affected software until one is available.

Upgrade, and resolve every user-supplied path against an allowed base folder before opening it. More about Path traversal.

Is CVE-2021-29212 being exploited?

There is no known exploitation of CVE-2021-29212 in the wild and no public exploit code.

Sources

Also known as GHSA-fxcx-w2c4-vqh5.