CVE-2021-3535: XSS

Published Jun 16, 2021
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Updated

Rapid7 Nexpose is vulnerable to a non-persistent cross-site scripting vulnerability affecting the Security Console's Filtered Asset Search feature. A specific search criterion and operator combination in Filtered Asset Search could have allowed a user to pass code through the provided search field. This issue affects version 6.6.80 and prior, and is fixed in 6.6.81. If your Security Console currently falls on or within this affected version range, ensure that you update your Security Console to the latest version.

Affected Software

1 affected component
Rapid7 Nexpose<6.6.81

Remediation

Recommended actions to resolve this vulnerability, in priority order.

  1. Upgrade

    Upgrade Rapid7 Nexpose Security Console to a version that resolves this vulnerability.

    Fixed in 6.6.81

Event History

Jun 16, 2021
CVE Published
via MITRE·01:40 AM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·01:40 AM
DescriptionSeverityWeakness
Data Sourced
via NVD·02:15 AM
DescriptionSeverityWeaknessAffected Software
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is CVE-2021-3535?

CVE-2021-3535 is a non-persistent cross-site scripting vulnerability in Rapid7 Nexpose's Filtered Asset Search feature.

2

What is the severity of CVE-2021-3535?

CVE-2021-3535 has a severity rating of 6.1, which is considered medium.

3

How does CVE-2021-3535 affect Rapid7 Nexpose?

CVE-2021-3535 affects Rapid7 Nexpose versions up to 6.6.81 by allowing a user to pass code through the search field in the Filtered Asset Search feature.

4

How can I fix CVE-2021-3535?

To fix CVE-2021-3535, you should update Rapid7 Nexpose to a version beyond 6.6.81.

5

Where can I find more information about CVE-2021-3535?

You can find more information about CVE-2021-3535 in the Rapid7 Nexpose release notes at [https://docs.rapid7.com/release-notes/nexpose/20210505/](https://docs.rapid7.com/release-notes/nexpose/20210505/).

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