CVE-2021-42081: Authenticated Remote Command Execution vulnerability in OSNEXUS QuantaStor before 6.0.0.355

Published Jul 10, 2023
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Updated

An authenticated administrator is allowed to remotely execute arbitrary shell commands via the API.

Affected Software

1 affected component
OSNEXUS QuantaStor<6.0.0.355

Remediation

Information

Upgrade to the latest version of OSNEXUS QuantaStor.

Event History

Jul 10, 2023
CVE Published
via MITRE·06:29 AM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·06:29 AM
RemedyDescriptionSeverityWeakness
Data Sourced
via NVD·04:15 PM
DescriptionSeverityWeaknessAffected Software

Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is CVE-2021-42081?

CVE-2021-42081 is a vulnerability that allows an authenticated administrator to remotely execute arbitrary shell commands via the API.

2

How severe is CVE-2021-42081?

CVE-2021-42081 has a severity rating of critical and a CVSS score of 7.2.

3

What software versions are affected by CVE-2021-42081?

The affected software version is Osnexus Quantastor up to version 6.0.0.355.

4

How can I fix CVE-2021-42081?

To fix CVE-2021-42081, it is recommended to update Osnexus Quantastor to a version beyond 6.0.0.355 or apply any patches provided by the vendor.

5

Where can I find more information about CVE-2021-42081?

You can find more information about CVE-2021-42081 at the following references: [https://www.divd.nl/DIVD-2021-00020](https://www.divd.nl/DIVD-2021-00020), [https://www.wbsec.nl/osnexus](https://www.wbsec.nl/osnexus), [https://www.osnexus.com/products/software-defined-storage](https://www.osnexus.com/products/software-defined-storage).

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