Network Vulnerability in GUPnP Library by GNOME
CVE-2021-33516

8.1HIGH

Key Information:

Vendor

Gnome
Status
Gupnp
Vendor
CVE Published:
24 May 2021

What is CVE-2021-33516?

A vulnerability in the GUPnP library prior to specified versions enables remote web servers to exploit DNS rebinding. This manipulation can cause a victim's browser to perform unauthorized actions against local UPnP services, potentially leading to sensitive data exfiltration or manipulation. Users of GUPnP should ensure they are running the latest secure versions to mitigate these risks.

References

https://gitlab.gnome.org/GNOME/gupnp/-/issues/24
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https://discourse.gnome.org/t/security-relevant-releases-...
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CVSS V3.1

Score:
8.1
Severity:
HIGH
Confidentiality:
High
Integrity:
High
Availability:
High
Attack Vector:
Network
Attack Complexity:
Low
Privileges Required:
None
User Interaction:
Required
Scope:
Unchanged

Timeline

  • Vulnerability published

  • Vulnerability Reserved

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