CVE-2021-21514: Path Traversal
Published Mar 2, 2021
·Updated
Dell EMC OpenManage Server Administrator (OMSA) versions 9.5 and prior contain a path traversal vulnerability. A remote user with admin privileges could potentially exploit this vulnerability to view arbitrary files on the target system by sending a specially crafted URL request.
Affected Software
1 affected component
Dell OpenManage Server Administrator<=9.5.0
Event History
Mar 2, 2021
CVE Published
via MITRE·04:00 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·04:00 PM
DescriptionSeverityWeakness
Frequently Asked Questions
1
What is the severity of CVE-2021-21514?
CVE-2021-21514 is rated as high severity due to its potential for unauthorized file access on affected systems.
2
How do I fix CVE-2021-21514?
To fix CVE-2021-21514, upgrade to Dell EMC OpenManage Server Administrator version 9.6 or later.
3
What systems are affected by CVE-2021-21514?
CVE-2021-21514 affects Dell EMC OpenManage Server Administrator versions 9.5 and earlier.
4
Can CVE-2021-21514 be exploited remotely?
Yes, CVE-2021-21514 can be exploited remotely by a user with admin privileges.
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What type of vulnerability is CVE-2021-21514?
CVE-2021-21514 is a path traversal vulnerability that allows viewing arbitrary files.