CVE-2021-22159
First published: Tue Jan 26 2021(Updated: )
Insider Threat Management Windows Agent Local Privilege Escalation Vulnerability The Proofpoint Insider Threat Management (formerly ObserveIT) Agent for Windows before 7.4.3, 7.5.4, 7.6.5, 7.7.5, 7.8.4, 7.9.3, 7.10.2, and 7.11.0.25 as well as versions 7.3 and earlier is missing authentication for a critical function, which allows a local authenticated Windows user to run arbitrary commands with the privileges of the Windows SYSTEM user. Agents for MacOS, Linux, and ITM Cloud are not affected.
Credit: cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Proofpoint Insider Threat Management Windows | <7.4.3 | |
| Proofpoint Insider Threat Management Windows | >=7.5.0<7.5.4 | |
| Proofpoint Insider Threat Management Windows | >=7.6.0<7.6.5 | |
| Proofpoint Insider Threat Management Windows | >=7.7.0<7.7.5 | |
| Proofpoint Insider Threat Management Windows | >=7.8.0<7.8.4 | |
| Proofpoint Insider Threat Management Windows | >=7.9.0<7.9.3 | |
| Proofpoint Insider Threat Management Windows | >=7.10.0<7.10.2 | |
| Proofpoint Insider Threat Management Windows | >=7.11.0.0<7.11.0.25 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the vulnerability ID for this vulnerability?
The vulnerability ID is CVE-2021-22159.
What is the severity of CVE-2021-22159?
The severity of CVE-2021-22159 is high.
Which software versions are affected by CVE-2021-22159?
The Proofpoint Insider Threat Management Agent for Windows versions before 7.4.3, 7.5.4, 7.6.5, 7.7.5, 7.8.4, 7.9.3, 7.10.2, and 7.11.0.25, as well as versions 7.3 and earlier, are affected by CVE-2021-22159.
How can I fix the CVE-2021-22159 vulnerability?
To fix the CVE-2021-22159 vulnerability, install one of the patched versions of the Proofpoint Insider Threat Management Agent for Windows, including versions 7.4.3, 7.5.4, 7.6.5, 7.7.5, 7.8.4, 7.9.3, 7.10.2, or 7.11.0.25.
Where can I find more information about CVE-2021-22159?
You can find more information about CVE-2021-22159 on the Proofpoint website at the following links: [Proofpoint Security Advisories](https://www.proofpoint.com/us/security/security-advisories) and [PFPT-SA-2021-0001](https://www.proofpoint.com/us/security/security-advisories/pfpt-sa-2021-0001).
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