Advisory Published
Updated

CVE-2021-41525

First published: Tue Sep 21 2021(Updated: )

An issue related to modification of otherwise restricted files through a locally authenticated attacker exists in FlexNet inventory agent and inventory beacon versions 2020 R2.5 and prior.

Credit: PSIRT-CNA@flexerasoftware.com PSIRT-CNA@flexerasoftware.com

Affected SoftwareAffected VersionHow to fix
Flexera Flexnet Inventory Agent And Beacon<=2020_r2.5
<=2020_r2.5

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • What is CVE-2021-41525?

    CVE-2021-41525 is a vulnerability that allows a locally authenticated attacker to modify otherwise restricted files in FlexNet inventory agent and inventory beacon versions 2020 R2.5 and prior.

  • How severe is the CVE-2021-41525 vulnerability?

    The severity of the CVE-2021-41525 vulnerability is medium, with a severity value of 5.5.

  • Which software versions are affected by CVE-2021-41525?

    FlexNet inventory agent and inventory beacon versions 2020 R2.5 and prior are affected by CVE-2021-41525.

  • How can an attacker exploit CVE-2021-41525?

    A locally authenticated attacker can exploit CVE-2021-41525 to modify otherwise restricted files.

  • Is there a fix available for CVE-2021-41525?

    Yes, please refer to the Flexera community knowledge base article for instructions on how to address the CVE-2021-41525 vulnerability.

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