CVE-2021-22521: High severity novell zenworks configuration management vulnerability

Published Jul 30, 2021
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Updated

A privileged escalation vulnerability has been identified in Micro Focus ZENworks Configuration Management, affecting version 2020 Update 1 and all prior versions. The vulnerability could be exploited to gain unauthorized system privileges.

Affected Software

6 affected components
Microfocus Zenworks Configuration Management<2020
Microfocus Zenworks Configuration Management=2020
Microfocus Zenworks Configuration Management=2020-update1
Microfocus Zenworks Endpoint Security Management<2020
Microfocus Zenworks Endpoint Security Management=2020
Microfocus Zenworks Endpoint Security Management=2020-update1

Event History

Jul 30, 2021
CVE Published
via MITRE·08:21 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·08:21 PM
DescriptionWeakness

Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is CVE-2021-22521?

CVE-2021-22521 is a privileged escalation vulnerability found in Micro Focus ZENworks Configuration Management.

2

What versions of Micro Focus ZENworks Configuration Management are affected by CVE-2021-22521?

Version 2020 Update 1 and all prior versions of Micro Focus ZENworks Configuration Management are affected.

3

How can CVE-2021-22521 be exploited?

CVE-2021-22521 can be exploited to gain unauthorized system privileges.

4

What is the severity rating of CVE-2021-22521?

CVE-2021-22521 has a severity rating of 6.7 (high).

5

Where can I find more information about CVE-2021-22521?

You can find more information about CVE-2021-22521 on the Micro Focus support website: https://support.microfocus.com/kb/doc.php?id=7025205

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