What is the severity of CVE-2024-21989?

CVE-2024-21989 has a high severity rating due to its potential to allow privilege escalation for read-only users.

How do I fix CVE-2024-21989?

To fix CVE-2024-21989, it is recommended to upgrade to a version of ONTAP Select Deploy that is not affected, specifically any version beyond 9.14.1.

Which versions of ONTAP Select Deploy are affected by CVE-2024-21989?

CVE-2024-21989 affects ONTAP Select Deploy versions 9.12.1.x, 9.13.1.x, and 9.14.1.x.

What impact does CVE-2024-21989 have on ONTAP Select Deploy users?

The impact of CVE-2024-21989 allows unauthorized escalation of privileges for users who only have read-only access.

Is there a workaround for CVE-2024-21989?

There are no known workarounds for CVE-2024-21989, so upgrading to a secure version is essential.

Vulnerability/
CVE-2024-21989

high

8.8

CWE

269

17/4/2024

10/2/2025

CVE-2024-21989: Privilege Escalation Vulnerability in ONTAP Select Deploy administration utility

First published: Wed Apr 17 2024(Updated: )

ONTAP Select Deploy administration utility versions 9.12.1.x, 9.13.1.x and 9.14.1.x are susceptible to a vulnerability which when successfully exploited could allow a read-only user to escalate their privileges.

Credit: security-alert@netapp.com

Affected Software	Affected Version	How to fix
NetApp ONTAP Select Deploy Utility	>=9.12.1<=9.14.1
NetApp ONTAP Select Deploy	>=9.12.1<=9.14.1

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Reference Links

https://security.netapp.com/advisory/ntap-20240411-0001/

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2024-21989?
CVE-2024-21989 has a high severity rating due to its potential to allow privilege escalation for read-only users.
How do I fix CVE-2024-21989?
To fix CVE-2024-21989, it is recommended to upgrade to a version of ONTAP Select Deploy that is not affected, specifically any version beyond 9.14.1.
Which versions of ONTAP Select Deploy are affected by CVE-2024-21989?
CVE-2024-21989 affects ONTAP Select Deploy versions 9.12.1.x, 9.13.1.x, and 9.14.1.x.
What impact does CVE-2024-21989 have on ONTAP Select Deploy users?
The impact of CVE-2024-21989 allows unauthorized escalation of privileges for users who only have read-only access.
Is there a workaround for CVE-2024-21989?
There are no known workarounds for CVE-2024-21989, so upgrading to a secure version is essential.

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