CVE-2021-43829 Unrestricted Upload of Files in Patrowl

High 7.4 Published Updated

Attackers can upload malicious files via the findings import feature, leading to XSS or code injection on the server.

Exploited in the wild
Not known
Login needed
Any signed-in user
Attackable
Over the internet
Victim action needed
Not needed
Fix
None listed

What is CVE-2021-43829?

CVE-2021-43829 is a high-severity vulnerability in PatrowlManager, published on 14 Dec 2021. Any signed-in user can exploit it over the network, with no action from the victim.

Official description

PatrOwl is a free and open-source solution for orchestrating Security Operations. In versions prior to 1.7.7 PatrowlManager unrestrictly handle upload files in the findings import feature. This vulnerability is capable of uploading dangerous type of file to server leading to XSS attacks and potentially other forms of code injection. Users are advised to update to 1.7.7 as soon as possible. There are no known workarounds for this issue.

Weakness: CWE-434

Which versions are affected by CVE-2021-43829?

It affects 1 product.

Products include Patrowl Patrowlmanager.

How do I fix CVE-2021-43829?

No fix has been published for CVE-2021-43829 yet. Limit exposure of the affected software until one is available.

Is CVE-2021-43829 being exploited?

There is no known exploitation of CVE-2021-43829 in the wild and no public exploit code.

Sources

Also known as GHSA-5hc9-6hq4-2xfx.

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