CVE-2021-22021: XSS
VMware vRealize Log Insight (8.x prior to 8.4) contains a Cross Site Scripting (XSS) vulnerability due to improper user input validation. An attacker with user privileges may be able to inject a malicious payload via the Log Insight UI which would be executed when the victim accesses the shared dashboard link.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the vulnerability ID for this VMware vRealize Log Insight vulnerability?
The vulnerability ID for this VMware vRealize Log Insight vulnerability is CVE-2021-22021.
What is the severity of CVE-2021-22021?
The severity of CVE-2021-22021 is medium, with a CVSS score of 5.4.
What is the affected software version range for this vulnerability?
The affected software versions range from 8.x prior to 8.4 of VMware vRealize Log Insight.
What is the CWE category for this vulnerability?
The CWE categories for this vulnerability are CWE-79 (Cross-Site Scripting) and CWE-20 (Improper Input Validation).
How can an attacker exploit this vulnerability?
An attacker with user privileges can exploit this vulnerability by injecting a malicious payload via the Log Insight UI.