CVE-2021-26990

Cloud Manager versions prior to 3.9.4 are susceptible to a vulnerability that could allow a remote attacker to overwrite arbitrary system files

published March 19, 2021

CVSS
—
EPSS
2%
Percentile
77.2
In the wild
Unconfirmed
What it is

⚠️ An attacker could overwrite any file on your system! If you’re still on Cloud Manager version 3.9.4 or older, you might be leaving the door wide open. 😱 Think of it like a hotel guest being handed the master key; they can access any room without anyone checking their ID. With this vulnerability, a crafty intruder could easily slip in and mess with your files. This could lead to the complete alteration or destruction of your system files, potentially compromising sensitive data and functionalities. Imagine losing critical configurations or worse, your entire data set—absolutely devastating!

Put simply

Think of it like a hotel guest being handed the master key; they can access any room without anyone checking their ID. With this vulnerability, a crafty intruder could easily slip in and mess with your files. CVE-2021-26990 allows attackers to overwrite arbitrary system files in Cloud Manager versions before 3.9.4. By exploiting this flaw, they can alter essential system components without proper authorization.

What to do

This could lead to the complete alteration or destruction of your system files, potentially compromising sensitive data and functionalities. Imagine losing critical configurations or worse, your entire data set—absolutely devastating! Upgrade to Cloud Manager version 3.9.4 or later to patch this vulnerability immediately. Additionally, review your security settings to ensure that unnecessary access is restricted. Don't forget to monitor your systems for any suspicious activity! You've got this! Take these steps to secure your system and become a security hero! 🦸‍♂️

The record
Technical detail
CVSS
Not scored
CVSS v4.0
Not supplied
EPSS
0.01711 · 77.2th percentile
Published
2021-03-19T18:42Z
EPSS history
Timeline
  • 19 MAR 18:42Z
    Cloud Manager versions prior to 3.9.4 are susceptible to a vulnerability that could allow a remote attacker to overwrite arbitrary system files
    cvelistv5