CVE-2021-21580
First published: Tue Aug 03 2021(Updated: )
Dell EMC iDRAC8 versions prior to 2.80.80.80 & Dell EMC iDRAC9 versions prior to 5.00.00.00 contain a Content spoofing / Text injection, where a malicious URL can inject text to present a customized message on the application that can phish users into believing that the message is legitimate.
Credit: security_alert@emc.com
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Dell iDRAC8 | <2.80.80.80 | |
| Dell iDRAC9 Firmware | <5.00.00.00 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2021-21580?
CVE-2021-21580 is considered a medium-severity vulnerability due to its potential for text injection and phishing attacks.
How do I fix CVE-2021-21580?
To mitigate CVE-2021-21580, upgrade to Dell EMC iDRAC8 versions 2.80.80.80 or later, or Dell EMC iDRAC9 versions 5.00.00.00 or later.
What types of attacks does CVE-2021-21580 enable?
CVE-2021-21580 enables phishing attacks through content spoofing and text injection via malicious URLs.
Who is affected by CVE-2021-21580?
CVE-2021-21580 affects users of Dell EMC iDRAC8 and iDRAC9 firmware versions prior to the specified updates.
Is there a workaround for CVE-2021-21580?
There is no official workaround for CVE-2021-21580; the best action is to apply the recommended firmware upgrades.
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