CWE
306
Advisory Published
Updated

CVE-2021-20136

First published: Mon Nov 01 2021(Updated: )

ManageEngine Log360 Builds < 5235 are affected by an improper access control vulnerability allowing database configuration overwrite. An unauthenticated remote attacker can send a specially crafted message to Log360 to change its backend database to an attacker-controlled database and to force Log360 to restart. An attacker can leverage this vulnerability to achieve remote code execution by replacing files executed by Log360 on startup.

Credit: vulnreport@tenable.com

Affected SoftwareAffected VersionHow to fix
<=5.2
=5.3-build5232
=5.3-build5233
=5.3-build5234

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • What is the severity of CVE-2021-20136?

    CVE-2021-20136 is considered a high severity vulnerability due to its potential for unauthorized database configuration changes.

  • How can I fix CVE-2021-20136?

    To fix CVE-2021-20136, update ManageEngine Log360 to version 5.3 build 5235 or later.

  • What versions of ManageEngine Log360 are affected by CVE-2021-20136?

    ManageEngine Log360 builds prior to 5.3 build 5235, including builds 5232, 5233, and 5234, are affected by CVE-2021-20136.

  • What type of vulnerability is CVE-2021-20136?

    CVE-2021-20136 is an improper access control vulnerability that can allow remote attackers to overwrite database configurations.

  • Who can exploit CVE-2021-20136?

    An unauthenticated remote attacker can exploit CVE-2021-20136 to manipulate the database configuration of vulnerable Log360 instances.

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