CVE-2021-40698: ColdFusion Use of Inherently Dangerous Function Leads To Security feature bypass
First published: Thu Sep 07 2023(Updated: )
ColdFusion version 2021 update 1 (and earlier) and versions 2018.10 (and earlier) are impacted by an Use of Inherently Dangerous Function vulnerability that can lead to a security feature bypass . An authenticated attacker could leverage this vulnerability to access and manipulate arbitrary data on the environment.
Credit: psirt@adobe.com psirt@adobe.com
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Adobe ColdFusion | <2018 | |
| Adobe ColdFusion | =2018 | |
| Adobe ColdFusion | =2018-update1 | |
| Adobe ColdFusion | =2018-update10 | |
| Adobe ColdFusion | =2018-update2 | |
| Adobe ColdFusion | =2018-update3 | |
| Adobe ColdFusion | =2018-update4 | |
| Adobe ColdFusion | =2018-update5 | |
| Adobe ColdFusion | =2018-update6 | |
| Adobe ColdFusion | =2018-update7 | |
| Adobe ColdFusion | =2018-update8 | |
| Adobe ColdFusion | =2018-update9 | |
| Adobe ColdFusion | =2021 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2021-40698?
CVE-2021-40698 is a vulnerability in ColdFusion versions 2021 update 1 and earlier, as well as versions 2018.10 and earlier, which allows an authenticated attacker to bypass security features and access and manipulate arbitrary data.
How does CVE-2021-40698 impact Adobe ColdFusion?
CVE-2021-40698 impacts Adobe ColdFusion by allowing an authenticated attacker to bypass security features and gain unauthorized access to and manipulate data.
What is the severity rating of CVE-2021-40698?
The severity rating of CVE-2021-40698 is high, with a CVSS score of 7.4.
Which versions of Adobe ColdFusion are affected by CVE-2021-40698?
Adobe ColdFusion versions 2021 update 1 and earlier, as well as versions 2018.10 and earlier, are affected by CVE-2021-40698.
Is there a fix available for CVE-2021-40698?
Yes, Adobe has released an update to address CVE-2021-40698. It is recommended to update to the latest patched version of ColdFusion to mitigate the vulnerability.
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