CVE-2021-40175: Malicious File Upload

Published Aug 29, 2021
·
Updated

Zoho ManageEngine Log360 before Build 5219 allows unrestricted file upload with resultant remote code execution.

Affected Software

10 affected components
Zohocorp ManageEngine Log360<=5.1
Zohocorp ManageEngine Log360=5.2-build5200
Zohocorp ManageEngine Log360=5.2-build5201
Zohocorp ManageEngine Log360=5.2-build5206
Zohocorp ManageEngine Log360=5.2-build5209
Zohocorp ManageEngine Log360=5.2-build5210
Zohocorp ManageEngine Log360=5.2-build5211
Zohocorp ManageEngine Log360=5.2-build5213
Zohocorp ManageEngine Log360=5.2-build5214
Zohocorp ManageEngine Log360=5.2-build5218

Remediation

Recommended actions to resolve this vulnerability, in priority order.

  1. Upgrade

    Upgrade Zoho ManageEngine Log360 to a version that resolves this vulnerability.

    Fixed in 5219

Event History

Aug 29, 2021
CVE Published
via MITRE·07:17 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·07:17 PM
Description
Data Sourced
via NVD·08:15 PM
DescriptionSeverityWeaknessAffected Software
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is CVE-2021-40175?

CVE-2021-40175 is a vulnerability in Zoho ManageEngine Log360 before Build 5219 that allows unrestricted file upload with resultant remote code execution.

2

What is the severity of CVE-2021-40175?

The severity of CVE-2021-40175 is critical with a severity value of 9.8.

3

What software is affected by CVE-2021-40175?

Zoho ManageEngine Log360 versions 5.1 to 5.2-build5218 are affected by CVE-2021-40175.

4

How can I fix CVE-2021-40175?

To fix CVE-2021-40175, you should upgrade Zoho ManageEngine Log360 to build 5219 or later.

5

Where can I find more information about CVE-2021-40175?

You can find more information about CVE-2021-40175 in the Readme document for Zoho ManageEngine Log360 Build 5219: [link](https://www.manageengine.com/log-management/readme.html#Build%205219).

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