CVE-2021-42562
First published: Wed Jan 12 2022(Updated: )
An issue was discovered in CALDERA 2.8.1. It does not properly segregate user privileges, resulting in non-admin users having access to read and modify configuration or other components that should only be accessible by admin users.
Credit: cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| MITRE CALDERA | <=2.8.1 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2021-42562?
CVE-2021-42562 is a vulnerability discovered in CALDERA 2.8.1 that allows non-admin users to access and modify configuration or other components that should only be accessible by admin users.
How severe is CVE-2021-42562?
CVE-2021-42562 has a severity rating of 8.1 (High).
Which software versions are affected by CVE-2021-42562?
CALDERA version 2.8.1 is affected by CVE-2021-42562.
How can I fix CVE-2021-42562?
To fix CVE-2021-42562, update CALDERA to a version that properly segregates user privileges.
Where can I find more information about CVE-2021-42562?
For more information about CVE-2021-42562, you can refer to the MITRE CALDERA GitHub repository and the MITRE CALDERA releases page.
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