CVE-2021-44525

Zoho ManageEngine PAM360 before build 5303 allows attackers to modify a few aspects of application state because of a filter bypass in which authentication is…

published December 20, 2021

CVSS
—
EPSS
4%
Percentile
89.2
In the wild
Unconfirmed
What it is

⚠️ A crafty filter bypass lets attackers play with application states without needing to authenticate! 🛠️ Think of it like a restaurant where a guest can change the order of any table without any verification — just slip behind the counter and start rearranging! 🍽️ This vulnerability could allow attackers to manipulate parts of the application, potentially leading to unauthorized actions or data exposure. While it may not seem immediately dire, allowing such tampering can pave the way for more serious security breaches down the line.

Put simply

Think of it like a restaurant where a guest can change the order of any table without any verification — just slip behind the counter and start rearranging! 🍽️ CVE-2021-44525 is a filter bypass vulnerability in Zoho ManageEngine PAM360 prior to build 5303, which does not enforce authentication checks properly, allowing unauthorized changes to application state.

What to do

This vulnerability could allow attackers to manipulate parts of the application, potentially leading to unauthorized actions or data exposure. While it may not seem immediately dire, allowing such tampering can pave the way for more serious security breaches down the line. Upgrade PAM360 to build 5303 or later to close this filter bypass loophole. Additionally, review your authentication mechanisms to ensure they are robust and cannot be bypassed in any way. Regularly audit your security settings to prevent similar issues. You've got this! By following these steps, you can enhance your security and keep your systems safe! 🛡️

The record
Technical detail
CVSS
Not scored
CVSS v4.0
Not supplied
EPSS
0.03540 · 89.2th percentile
Published
2021-12-20T15:06Z
EPSS history
Timeline
  • 20 DEC 15:06Z
    Zoho ManageEngine PAM360 before build 5303 allows attackers to modify a few aspects of application state because of a filter bypass in which authentication is…
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