CVE-2021-22944: High severity UI Unifi Protect vulnerability

Published Aug 31, 2021
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Updated

A vulnerability found in UniFi Protect application V1.18.1 and earlier allows a malicious actor with a view-only role and network access to gain the same privileges as the owner of the UniFi Protect application. This vulnerability is fixed in UniFi Protect application V1.19.0 and later.

Affected Software

1 affected component
UI Unifi Protect<1.19.0

Event History

Aug 31, 2021
CVE Published
via MITRE·04:53 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·04:53 PM
DescriptionWeakness
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the vulnerability ID for this UniFi Protect vulnerability?

The vulnerability ID for this UniFi Protect vulnerability is CVE-2021-22944.

2

What is the severity of CVE-2021-22944?

The severity of CVE-2021-22944 is high.

3

Which version of UniFi Protect is affected by CVE-2021-22944?

UniFi Protect application V1.18.1 and earlier versions are affected by CVE-2021-22944.

4

How can I fix CVE-2021-22944?

You can fix CVE-2021-22944 by updating UniFi Protect application to V1.19.0 or later.

5

Where can I find more information about CVE-2021-22944?

You can find more information about CVE-2021-22944 in the security advisory bulletin provided by UniFi: [link](https://community.ui.com/releases/Security-Advisory-Bulletin-019-019/90a00abe-d6b6-43c6-92d4-0a0342f1506f)

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