CVE-2021-28959: Path Traversal

Published Apr 30, 2021
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Updated

Zoho ManageEngine Eventlog Analyzer through 12147 is vulnerable to unauthenticated directory traversal via an entry in a ZIP archive. This leads to remote code execution.

Affected Software

5 affected components
ZohoCorp Manageengine Eventlog Analyzer<12.1.4
ZohoCorp Manageengine Eventlog Analyzer=12.1.4
ZohoCorp Manageengine Eventlog Analyzer=12.1.4-12141
ZohoCorp Manageengine Eventlog Analyzer=12.1.4-12145
ZohoCorp Manageengine Eventlog Analyzer=12.1.4-12146

Event History

Apr 30, 2021
CVE Published
via MITRE·12:16 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·12:16 PM
Description
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is CVE-2021-28959?

CVE-2021-28959 is a vulnerability in Zoho ManageEngine Eventlog Analyzer, which allows unauthenticated directory traversal and can lead to remote code execution.

2

How severe is CVE-2021-28959?

CVE-2021-28959 has a severity level of critical with a CVSS score of 9.8.

3

Which versions of Zoho ManageEngine Eventlog Analyzer are affected by CVE-2021-28959?

Zoho ManageEngine Eventlog Analyzer versions up to 12.1.4 and versions 12.1.4-12141, 12.1.4-12145, and 12.1.4-12146 are affected by CVE-2021-28959.

4

How can CVE-2021-28959 be exploited?

CVE-2021-28959 can be exploited through unauthenticated directory traversal via an entry in a ZIP archive, which can lead to remote code execution.

5

How can I fix CVE-2021-28959?

To fix CVE-2021-28959, users are advised to update Zoho ManageEngine Eventlog Analyzer to a version higher than 12.1.4 or apply the necessary security patches provided by the vendor.

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