CVE-2021-21577: XSS

Published Aug 3, 2021
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Updated

Dell EMC iDRAC9 versions prior to 4.40.40.00 contain a DOM-based cross-site scripting vulnerability. A remote attacker could potentially exploit this vulnerability to run malicious HTML or JavaScript in a victim’s browser by tricking a victim in to following a specially crafted link.

Affected Software

1 affected component
Dell Emc Idrac9 Firmware<4.40.40.00

Event History

Aug 3, 2021
CVE Published
via MITRE·03:30 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·03:30 PM
DescriptionSeverityWeakness
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is CVE-2021-21577?

CVE-2021-21577 is a vulnerability in Dell EMC iDRAC9 versions prior to 4.40.40.00 that allows a remote attacker to execute malicious HTML or JavaScript in a victim's browser through a specially crafted link.

2

How severe is CVE-2021-21577?

CVE-2021-21577 has a severity value of 6.1, which is considered medium.

3

What is the affected software for CVE-2021-21577?

The affected software for CVE-2021-21577 is Dell EMC iDRAC9 firmware versions prior to 4.40.40.00.

4

How can a remote attacker exploit CVE-2021-21577?

A remote attacker can exploit CVE-2021-21577 by tricking a victim into following a specially crafted link that runs malicious HTML or JavaScript in their browser.

5

Is there a fix available for CVE-2021-21577?

Yes, Dell has released a fix for CVE-2021-21577. Users should update their Dell EMC iDRAC9 firmware to version 4.40.40.00 or later.

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