CVE-2021-27798: privileged directory transversal.in Brocade Fabric OS versions 7.4.1.x and 7.3.x

Published Aug 5, 2022

Updated

UNSUPPORTED WHEN ASSIGNED A vulnerability in Brocade Fabric OS versions v7.4.1b and v7.3.1d could allow local users to conduct privileged directory transversal. Brocade Fabric OS versions v7.4.1.x and v7.3.x have reached end of life. Brocade Fabric OS Users should upgrade to supported versions as described in the Product End-of-Life Publish report.

Other sources

A vulnerability in Brocade Fabric OS versions 7.4.1b and 7.3.1d could allow local users to conduct privileged directory transversal. Brocade Fabric OS versions 7.4.1.x and 7.3.x have reached end of life. Brocade Fabric OS Users should upgrade to supported versions as described in the Product End-of-Life published report.

— MITRE

Affected Software

2 affected components

Broadcom Fabric Operating System=7.3.1d

Broadcom Fabric Operating System=7.4.1b

Event History

Aug 5, 2022

CVE Published

via MITRE·03:24 PM

Data Sourced

via MITRE·03:24 PM

DescriptionWeakness

Data Sourced

via NVD·04:15 PM

DescriptionSeverityWeaknessAffected Software

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2021-27798?

CVE-2021-27798 is a vulnerability in Brocade Fabric OS versions v7.4.1b and v7.3.1d that could allow local users to conduct privileged directory transversal.

How severe is CVE-2021-27798?

CVE-2021-27798 has a severity value of 5.5, which is considered medium.

Which software versions are affected by CVE-2021-27798?

Brocade Fabric OS versions v7.4.1b and v7.3.1d are affected by CVE-2021-27798.

How can I fix CVE-2021-27798?

Upgrade to supported versions of Brocade Fabric OS to fix CVE-2021-27798.

Where can I find more information about CVE-2021-27798?

You can find more information about CVE-2021-27798 at the following link: [Brocade Security Advisory 2022-2012](https://www.broadcom.com/support/fibre-channel-networking/security-advisories/brocade-security-advisory-2022-2012)