CVE-2021-37423

Zoho ManageEngine ADSelfService Plus 6111 and prior is vulnerable to linked applications takeover

published September 10, 2021

CVSS
โ€”
EPSS
3%
Percentile
86.5
In the wild
Unconfirmed
What it is

โš ๏ธ A simple misconfiguration can let attackers take over linked applications! The Zoho ManageEngine ADSelfService Plus versions up to 6111 are surprisingly vulnerable. ๐Ÿšจ Think of it like a hotel giving out master keys to guests without verifying their identity. Anyone can waltz in and access any room, putting everyone at risk! If exploited, attackers could hijack linked applications with ease, accessing sensitive data and potentially wreaking havoc on your organization. The risk of unauthorized access could lead to data breaches or service disruptions โ€“ a security nightmare you definitely want to avoid!

Put simply

Think of it like a hotel giving out master keys to guests without verifying their identity. Anyone can waltz in and access any room, putting everyone at risk! This vulnerability allows attackers to take over linked applications due to insufficient verification during the linking process, essentially granting them access without the necessary permissions.

What to do

If exploited, attackers could hijack linked applications with ease, accessing sensitive data and potentially wreaking havoc on your organization. The risk of unauthorized access could lead to data breaches or service disruptions โ€“ a security nightmare you definitely want to avoid! Ensure you're running a patched version of ADSelfService Plus beyond 6111. Review your application configurations and tighten access controls to prevent unauthorized linking. It's also a good time to train your team on secure application practices! You've got this! By taking these steps, you can shield your applications and keep your data safe. ๐Ÿ›ก๏ธ

The record
Technical detail
CVSS
Not scored
CVSS v4.0
Not supplied
EPSS
0.02827 ยท 86.5th percentile
Published
2021-09-10T14:55Z
EPSS history
Timeline
  • 10 SEP 14:55Z
    Zoho ManageEngine ADSelfService Plus 6111 and prior is vulnerable to linked applications takeover
    cvelistv5