CVE-2021-35957: Medium severity stormshield endpoint security vulnerability

Published Jul 13, 2021
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Updated

Stormshield Endpoint Security Evolution 2.0.0 through 2.0.2 does not accomplish the intended defense against local administrators who can replace the Visual C++ runtime DLLs (in %WINDIR%\system32) with malicious ones.

Affected Software

1 affected component
Stormshield Endpoint Security>=2.0.0<=2.0.2

Event History

Jul 13, 2021
CVE Published
via MITRE·01:05 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·01:05 PM
Description

Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is CVE-2021-35957?

CVE-2021-35957 is a vulnerability in Stormshield Endpoint Security Evolution 2.0.0 through 2.0.2 that allows local administrators to replace the Visual C++ runtime DLLs with malicious ones.

2

How severe is CVE-2021-35957?

CVE-2021-35957 has a severity rating of medium, with a CVSS score of 6.7.

3

How does CVE-2021-35957 impact Stormshield Endpoint Security Evolution?

CVE-2021-35957 allows local administrators to replace the Visual C++ runtime DLLs, potentially compromising the security defenses provided by Stormshield Endpoint Security Evolution.

4

What is the affected version range of Stormshield Endpoint Security Evolution?

Stormshield Endpoint Security Evolution versions 2.0.0 through 2.0.2 are affected by CVE-2021-35957.

5

How can I mitigate the CVE-2021-35957 vulnerability?

To mitigate CVE-2021-35957, it is recommended to update Stormshield Endpoint Security Evolution to a version that addresses the vulnerability and monitor for any suspicious activity related to the Visual C++ runtime DLLs.

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