CVE-2021-42562
CVSS v3
8.1
HIGH
EPSS Score
1.2 %
exploit probability, as of 2026-09-25
CISA KEV
No
known exploited
Exploitation
—
SSVC status
Description
An issue was discovered in CALDERA 2.8.1. It does not properly segregate user privileges, resulting in non-admin users having access to read and modify configuration or other components that should only be accessible by admin users.
Technical details
- Published
- 2022-01-12
Frequently asked questions
What is CVE-2021-42562?
An issue was discovered in CALDERA 2.8.1. It does not properly segregate user privileges, resulting in non-admin users having access to read and modify configuration or other components that should only be accessible by admin users.
Is CVE-2021-42562 actively exploited?
Active exploitation of CVE-2021-42562 has not been confirmed. Its EPSS score was 1.2% on 2026-09-25, the estimated probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What is the CVSS score for CVE-2021-42562?
CVE-2021-42562 has a CVSS v3 base score of 8.1 (HIGH severity).
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