CVE-2021-35231: Unquoted Path (SMB Login) Vulnerability
First published: Mon Oct 25 2021(Updated: )
As a result of an unquoted service path vulnerability present in the Kiwi Syslog Server Installation Wizard, a local attacker could gain escalated privileges by inserting an executable into the path of the affected service or uninstall entry. Example vulnerable path: "Computer\HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SYSTEM\ControlSet001\Services\Kiwi Syslog Server\Parameters\Application".
Credit: psirt@solarwinds.com
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Solarwinds Kiwi Syslog Server | <9.8 |
Remedy
SolarWinds advises Kiwi Syslog Server customers to upgrade to the latest version (9.8) once it becomes generally available.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2021-35231?
CVE-2021-35231 is an unquoted service path vulnerability present in the Kiwi Syslog Server Installation Wizard.
How does CVE-2021-35231 affect me?
CVE-2021-35231 could allow a local attacker to gain escalated privileges by inserting an executable into the path of the affected service or uninstall entry.
What version of Solarwinds Kiwi Syslog Server is affected?
Solarwinds Kiwi Syslog Server version 9.8 and below are affected by CVE-2021-35231.
How severe is CVE-2021-35231?
CVE-2021-35231 has a severity value of 6.7, which is considered medium.
How can I fix CVE-2021-35231?
To fix CVE-2021-35231, you should update your Solarwinds Kiwi Syslog Server to a version that is not affected by the vulnerability.
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