CVE-2021-31217 Missing authorization in n/a
Insecure file permissions in DameWare Mini Remote Control Server allow attackers to delete files with SYSTEM privileges, leading to privilege escalation.
- 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-2021-31217?
CVE-2021-31217 is a critical missing authorization vulnerability in n/a, published on 13 Jul 2021. An attacker can exploit it over the internet without logging in, with no action from the victim.
Official description
In SolarWinds DameWare Mini Remote Control Server 12.0.1.200, insecure file permissions allow file deletion as SYSTEM.
Weakness: CWE-276
Which versions are affected by CVE-2021-31217?
It affects 1 product.
Products include Solarwinds Dameware Mini Remote Control.
How do I fix CVE-2021-31217?
No fix has been published for CVE-2021-31217 yet. Limit exposure of the affected software until one is available.
Upgrade, and check permissions on every request on the server, not only in the interface. More about Missing authorization.
Is CVE-2021-31217 being exploited?
There is no known exploitation of CVE-2021-31217 in the wild and no public exploit code.
Other vulnerabilities in n/a
Sources
Also known as GHSA-8q8c-mcgm-4g49.