CVE-2021-36701
CVSS v3
9.1
CRITICAL
EPSS Score
1.6 %
exploit probability, as of 2026-09-25
CISA KEV
No
known exploited
Exploitation
—
SSVC status
Description
In htmly version 2.8.1, is vulnerable to an Arbitrary File Deletion on the local host when delete backup files. The vulnerability may allow a remote attacker to delete arbitrary know files on the host.
Technical details
- Published
- 2021-08-03
Frequently asked questions
What is CVE-2021-36701?
In htmly version 2.8.1, is vulnerable to an Arbitrary File Deletion on the local host when delete backup files. The vulnerability may allow a remote attacker to delete arbitrary know files on the host.
Is CVE-2021-36701 actively exploited?
Active exploitation of CVE-2021-36701 has not been confirmed. Its EPSS score was 1.6% on 2026-09-25, the estimated probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What is the CVSS score for CVE-2021-36701?
CVE-2021-36701 has a CVSS v3 base score of 9.1 (CRITICAL severity).
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