CVE-2021-38420: Delta Electronics DIALink

Published Nov 3, 2021
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Updated

Delta Electronics DIALink versions 1.2.4.0 and prior default permissions give extensive permissions to low-privileged user accounts, which may allow an attacker to modify the installation directory and upload malicious files.

Affected Software

2 affected components
Delta Electronics DIALink<=1.2.4.0
Deltaww Dialink<=1.2.4.0

Event History

Nov 3, 2021
CVE Published
via MITRE·07:05 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·07:05 PM
DescriptionSeverityWeakness

Parent advisories

This vulnerability appears in the following advisories.

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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is CVE-2021-38420?

CVE-2021-38420 is a vulnerability in Delta Electronics DIALink versions 1.2.4.0 and prior that gives extensive permissions to low-privileged user accounts, potentially allowing an attacker to modify the installation directory and upload malicious files.

2

What is the severity of CVE-2021-38420?

The severity of CVE-2021-38420 is rated as high with a CVSS score of 7.8.

3

How does CVE-2021-38420 affect Delta Electronics DIALink?

CVE-2021-38420 affects Delta Electronics DIALink versions 1.2.4.0 and prior by granting extensive permissions to low-privileged user accounts.

4

How can an attacker exploit CVE-2021-38420?

An attacker can exploit CVE-2021-38420 by modifying the installation directory and uploading malicious files.

5

Is there a fix for CVE-2021-38420?

At the moment, there is no specific fix available for CVE-2021-38420. It is recommended to follow the recommendations provided by the vendor and apply any security patches or updates when they become available.

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