CVE-2021-21804: Critical severity advantech r-seenet vulnerability

Published Jul 16, 2021
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Updated

A local file inclusion (LFI) vulnerability exists in the options.php script functionality of Advantech R-SeeNet v 2.4.12 (20.10.2020). A specially crafted HTTP request can lead to arbitrary PHP code execution. An attacker can send a crafted HTTP request to trigger this vulnerability.

Affected Software

1 affected component
Advantech R-SeeNet=2.4.12

Event History

Jul 16, 2021
CVE Published
via MITRE·10:34 AM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·10:34 AM
DescriptionSeverityWeakness
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is CVE-2021-21804?

CVE-2021-21804 is a local file inclusion (LFI) vulnerability in the options.php script functionality of Advantech R-SeeNet v 2.4.12 (20.10.2020).

2

What is the severity of CVE-2021-21804?

CVE-2021-21804 is considered critical with a severity score of 9.8 out of 10.

3

How does CVE-2021-21804 affect Advantech R-SeeNet?

CVE-2021-21804 allows arbitrary PHP code execution in Advantech R-SeeNet v 2.4.12 (20.10.2020) when a specially crafted HTTP request is sent.

4

How can an attacker exploit CVE-2021-21804?

An attacker can exploit CVE-2021-21804 by sending a crafted HTTP request to trigger the local file inclusion vulnerability and execute arbitrary PHP code.

5

Is there a fix for CVE-2021-21804?

At the time of this report, no official fix or patch has been released for CVE-2021-21804. It is recommended to update to a newer version or apply any available security updates provided by the vendor.

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