CVE-2021-36389: High severity yellowfin business intelligence vulnerability

Published Oct 14, 2021
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Updated

In Yellowfin before 9.6.1 it is possible to enumerate and download uploaded images through an Insecure Direct Object Reference vulnerability exploitable by sending a specially crafted HTTP GET request to the page "MIImage.i4".

Affected Software

1 affected component
Yellowfinbi Yellowfin<9.6.1

Event History

Oct 14, 2021
CVE Published
via MITRE·06:27 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·06:27 PM
Description
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is CVE-2021-36389?

CVE-2021-36389 is an Insecure Direct Object Reference vulnerability in Yellowfin before 9.6.1, which allows attackers to enumerate and download uploaded images.

2

How can an attacker exploit CVE-2021-36389?

An attacker can exploit CVE-2021-36389 by sending a specially crafted HTTP GET request to the page "MIImage.i4".

3

Which versions of Yellowfin are affected by CVE-2021-36389?

Yellowfin versions up to and excluding 9.6.1 are affected by CVE-2021-36389.

4

What is the severity of CVE-2021-36389?

CVE-2021-36389 has a severity of 7.5 (High).

5

How do I fix CVE-2021-36389?

To fix CVE-2021-36389, upgrade Yellowfin to version 9.6.1 or later.

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