ColdFusion Use of Inherently Dangerous Function Leads To Security feature bypass  
CVE-2021-40698

7.4HIGH

Key Information:

Vendor
Adobe
Vendor
CVE Published:
7 September 2023

Summary

Adobe ColdFusion versions 2021 up to update 1 and 2018.10 and earlier are susceptible to a vulnerability related to the use of inherently dangerous functions. This flaw allows an authenticated attacker to bypass security features, potentially gaining access to and manipulating arbitrary data within the system. Organizations using affected versions are urged to review their security measures and apply necessary updates to safeguard their environments.

Affected Version(s)

ColdFusion 0 <= 2018.11

References

CVSS V3.1

Score:
7.4
Severity:
HIGH
Confidentiality:
Low
Integrity:
Low
Availability:
Low
Attack Vector:
Network
Attack Complexity:
Low
Privileges Required:
Low
User Interaction:
None
Scope:
Changed

Timeline

  • Vulnerability published

  • Vulnerability Reserved

Collectors

NVD DatabaseMitre Database
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