CVE-2021-33216: Critical severity commscope ruckus iot controller vulnerability

Published Jul 7, 2021
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Updated

An issue was discovered in CommScope Ruckus IoT Controller 1.7.1.0 and earlier. An Undocumented Backdoor exists, allowing shell access via a developer account.

Affected Software

1 affected component
CommScope Ruckus IoT Controller<=1.7.1.0

Event History

Jul 7, 2021
CVE Published
via MITRE·02:06 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·02:06 PM
Description
Apr 16, 2025
Exploit Published
12:00 AM
Known Exploited
09:51 AM
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2021-33216?

The severity of CVE-2021-33216 is critical with a severity value of 9.8.

2

What is the affected software of CVE-2021-33216?

CommScope Ruckus IoT Controller 1.7.1.0 and earlier versions are affected by CVE-2021-33216.

3

How can the backdoor in CVE-2021-33216 be exploited?

The backdoor in CVE-2021-33216 can be exploited by using a developer account to gain shell access.

4

Are there any known fixes or patches for CVE-2021-33216?

Currently, there are no known fixes or patches available for CVE-2021-33216. It is recommended to monitor the vendor's website for any updates or security advisories.

5

Where can I find more information about CVE-2021-33216?

More information about CVE-2021-33216 can be found at the following references: [http://seclists.org/fulldisclosure/2021/May/78](http://seclists.org/fulldisclosure/2021/May/78) and [https://korelogic.com/advisories.html](https://korelogic.com/advisories.html)

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