CVE-2021-21503: OS Command Injection
Published Mar 8, 2021
·Updated
PowerScale OneFS 8.1.2,8.2.2 and 9.1.0 contains an improper input sanitization issue in a command. The Compadmin user could potentially exploit this vulnerability, leading to potential privileges escalation.
Affected Software
3 affected components
Dell EMC PowerScale OneFS=8.1.2
Dell EMC PowerScale OneFS=8.2.2
Dell EMC PowerScale OneFS=9.1.0
Event History
Mar 8, 2021
CVE Published
via MITRE·09:44 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·09:44 PM
DescriptionSeverityWeakness
Frequently Asked Questions
1
What is the severity of CVE-2021-21503?
CVE-2021-21503 is considered a high severity vulnerability due to its potential for privilege escalation.
2
How do I fix CVE-2021-21503?
To fix CVE-2021-21503, you should upgrade PowerScale OneFS to the latest patched version.
3
Who is affected by CVE-2021-21503?
CVE-2021-21503 affects users of PowerScale OneFS versions 8.1.2, 8.2.2, and 9.1.0.
4
What type of vulnerability is CVE-2021-21503?
CVE-2021-21503 is classified as an improper input sanitization vulnerability.
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What could exploit CVE-2021-21503 lead to?
Exploitation of CVE-2021-21503 could potentially lead to privilege escalation for the Compadmin user.