#VU62645 Improper Neutralization of Special Elements in Output Used by a Downstream Component in iDRAC9 and iDRAC8 - CVE-2021-21580

Vulnerability identifier: #VU62645

Vulnerability risk: Low

CVSSv4.0: 1.2 [CVSS:4.0/AV:N/AC:L/AT:N/PR:N/UI:A/VC:N/VI:L/VA:N/SC:N/SI:N/SA:N/E:U/U:Clear]

CVE-ID: CVE-2021-21580

CWE-ID: CWE-74

Exploitation vector: Network

Exploit availability: No

Vulnerable software:
iDRAC9
Web applications / Remote management & hosting panels
iDRAC8
Web applications / Remote management & hosting panels

Vendor: Dell

Description

The vulnerability allows a remote attacker to compromise the target system.

The vulnerability exists due to a Content spoofing / Text injection. A remote attacker can inject text to present a customized message on the application and phish users into believing that the message is legitimate.

Mitigation
Install updates from vendor's website.

Vulnerable software versions

iDRAC9: 2.65.65.65 - 4.40.45.00

iDRAC8: before 2.80.80.80

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External links
https://www.dell.com/support/kbdoc/000189193

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Q & A

Can this vulnerability be exploited remotely?

Yes. This vulnerability can be exploited by a remote non-authenticated attacker via the Internet.

Is there known malware, which exploits this vulnerability?

No. We are not aware of malware exploiting this vulnerability.