CVE-2021-44031: Malicious File Upload

Published Dec 22, 2021
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Updated

An issue was discovered in Quest KACE Desktop Authority before 11.2. /dacomponentui/profiles/profileitems/outlooksettings/Insertimage.aspx contains a vulnerability that could allow pre-authentication remote code execution. An attacker could upload a .ASP file to reside at /images/{GUID}/{filename}.

Affected Software

1 affected component
Quest KACE Desktop Authority<11.2

Event History

Dec 22, 2021
CVE Published
via MITRE·05:08 AM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·05:08 AM
Description
Data Sourced
via NVD·06:15 AM
DescriptionSeverityWeaknessAffected Software
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the vulnerability ID for this issue?

The vulnerability ID for this issue is CVE-2021-44031.

2

What is the severity of CVE-2021-44031?

The severity of CVE-2021-44031 is critical with a CVSS score of 9.8.

3

What is the affected software?

The affected software is Quest KACE Desktop Authority version up to and excluding 11.2.

4

What is the impact of this vulnerability?

This vulnerability could allow pre-authentication remote code execution.

5

Is there a fix available for CVE-2021-44031?

Yes, an update to Quest KACE Desktop Authority version 11.2 or later is available to fix this vulnerability.

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