CVE-2021-36207: Metasys privilege management

Published Apr 29, 2022
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Updated

Under certain circumstances improper privilege management in Metasys ADS/ADX/OAS servers versions 10 and 11 could allow an authenticated user to elevate their privileges to administrator.

Affected Software

7 affected components
Johnson Controls, Inc. All Metasys ADS/ADX/OAS Servers: Versions 10 and 11
Johnsoncontrols Metasys Application And Data Server>=10.0<10.1.5
Johnsoncontrols Metasys Application And Data Server>=11.0<11.0.2
Johnsoncontrols Metasys Extended Application And Data Server>=10.0<10.1.5
Johnsoncontrols Metasys Extended Application And Data Server>=11.0<11.0.2
Johnsoncontrols Metasys Open Application Server>=10.0<10.1.5
Johnsoncontrols Metasys Open Application Server>=11.0<11.0.2

Remediation

Information

Update all Metasys ADS/ADX/OAS Servers versions 10 with patch 10.1.5

Information

Update all Metasys ADS/ADX/OAS Servers versions 11 with patch 11.0.2

Event History

Apr 29, 2022
CVE Published
via MITRE·04:39 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·04:39 PM
RemedyDescriptionSeverityWeakness

Parent advisories

This vulnerability appears in the following advisories.

Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is CVE-2021-36207?

CVE-2021-36207 refers to a vulnerability in Metasys ADS/ADX/OAS servers versions 10 and 11 that allows an authenticated user to elevate their privileges to administrator.

2

Which software versions are affected by CVE-2021-36207?

Metasys ADS/ADX/OAS servers versions 10.0 to 10.1.5 and versions 11.0 to 11.0.2 are affected.

3

What is the severity rating of CVE-2021-36207?

CVE-2021-36207 has a severity rating of 8.8, which is considered high.

4

How can an authenticated user exploit CVE-2021-36207?

An authenticated user can exploit CVE-2021-36207 by leveraging improper privilege management to elevate their privileges to administrator.

5

Are there any references or resources about CVE-2021-36207?

Yes, you can find more information about CVE-2021-36207 at the following references: [CISA Advisory](https://www.cisa.gov/uscert/ics/advisories/icsa-22-118-01) and [Johnson Controls Security Advisories](https://www.johnsoncontrols.com/cyber-solutions/security-advisories).

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