CVE-2021-44515: Zoho Desktop Central Authentication Bypass Vulnerability
Zoho Desktop Central contains an authentication bypass vulnerability that could allow an attacker to execute arbitrary code in the Desktop Central MSP server.
Other sources
Zoho ManageEngine Desktop Central is vulnerable to authentication bypass, leading to remote code execution on the server, as exploited in the wild in December 2021. For Enterprise builds 10.1.2127.17 and earlier, upgrade to 10.1.2127.18. For Enterprise builds 10.1.2128.0 through 10.1.2137.2, upgrade to 10.1.2137.3. For MSP builds 10.1.2127.17 and earlier, upgrade to 10.1.2127.18. For MSP builds 10.1.2128.0 through 10.1.2137.2, upgrade to 10.1.2137.3.
Affected Software
Remediation
Recommended actions to resolve this vulnerability, in priority order.
- Upgrade
Upgrade
ManageEngine Desktop Central (Enterprise)to a version that resolves this vulnerability.Fixed in 10.1.2127.18 - Upgrade
Upgrade
ManageEngine Desktop Central (Enterprise)to a version that resolves this vulnerability.Fixed in 10.1.2137.3 - Upgrade
Upgrade
ManageEngine Desktop Central (MSP)to a version that resolves this vulnerability.Fixed in 10.1.2127.18 - Upgrade
Upgrade
ManageEngine Desktop Central (MSP)to a version that resolves this vulnerability.Fixed in 10.1.2137.3
Event History
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2021-44515?
CVE-2021-44515 is an authentication bypass vulnerability in Zoho Desktop Central.
How severe is CVE-2021-44515?
CVE-2021-44515 has a severity rating of 9.8, which is critical.
What is the affected software?
Zoho Desktop Central versions 10.1.2127.17 and earlier, as well as versions 10.1.2128.0 through 10.1.2137.2, are affected.
How can I fix CVE-2021-44515?
To fix CVE-2021-44515, users should upgrade their Zoho Desktop Central installations to version 10.1.2127.18 or later.
Where can I find more information about CVE-2021-44515?
You can find more information about CVE-2021-44515 at the following references: [link1](https://pitstop.manageengine.com/portal/en/community/topic/an-authentication-bypass-vulnerability-identified-and-fixed-in-desktop-central-and-desktop-central-msp), [link2](https://www.cisa.gov/uscert/ncas/current-activity/2021/12/10/cisa-adds-thirteen-known-exploited-vulnerabilities-catalog), [link3](https://www.manageengine.com/products/desktop-central/cve-2021-44515-authentication-bypass-filter-configuration.html).