CVE-2021-21505: Critical severity dell emc integrated system for microsoft azure stack hub firmware vulnerability

Published May 6, 2021
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Updated

Dell EMC Integrated System for Microsoft Azure Stack Hub, versions 1906 – 2011, contain an undocumented default iDRAC account. A remote unauthenticated attacker, with the knowledge of the default credentials, could potentially exploit this to log in to the system to gain root privileges.

Affected Software

2 affected components
Dell Emc Integrated System For Microsoft Azure Stack Hub Firmware>=1906<=2011
Dell EMC Integrated System for Microsoft Azure Stack Hub

Event History

May 6, 2021
CVE Published
via MITRE·12:40 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·12:40 PM
DescriptionSeverityWeakness
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2021-21505?

CVE-2021-21505 has a moderate severity level due to the possibility of remote unauthenticated access to the iDRAC interface.

2

How do I fix CVE-2021-21505?

To fix CVE-2021-21505, change the default iDRAC credentials to strong, unique passwords.

3

Who is affected by CVE-2021-21505?

CVE-2021-21505 affects users of Dell EMC Integrated System for Microsoft Azure Stack Hub versions 1906 through 2011.

4

Can CVE-2021-21505 be exploited remotely?

Yes, CVE-2021-21505 can be exploited remotely by an attacker who knows the default iDRAC credentials.

5

What could an attacker achieve using CVE-2021-21505?

An attacker exploiting CVE-2021-21505 could gain root privileges on the affected Dell EMC Integrated System.

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