HIGH

CVE-2021-40904

CVSS v3

8.8

HIGH

EPSS Score

19.1%

exploit probability

CISA KEV

No

known exploited

Exploitation

SSVC status

Description

The web management console of CheckMK Raw Edition (versions 1.5.0 to 1.6.0) allows a misconfiguration of the web-app Dokuwiki (installed by default), which allows embedded php code. As a result, remote code execution is achieved. Successful exploitation requires access to the web management interface, either with valid credentials or with a hijacked session by a user with the role of administrator.

Technical details

Published
3/25/2022

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2021-40904?

The web management console of CheckMK Raw Edition (versions 1.5.0 to 1.6.0) allows a misconfiguration of the web-app Dokuwiki (installed by default), which allows embedded php code. As a result, remote code execution is achieved. Successful exploitation requires access to the web management interface, either with valid credentials or with a hijacked session by a user with the role of administrator.

Is CVE-2021-40904 actively exploited?

Active exploitation of CVE-2021-40904 has not been confirmed. The EPSS score is 19.1%, indicating the estimated probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

What is the CVSS score for CVE-2021-40904?

CVE-2021-40904 has a CVSS v3 base score of 8.8 (HIGH severity).

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