CVE-2021-37421 Explained : Impact and Mitigation
Learn about CVE-2021-37421, a vulnerability in Zoho ManageEngine ADSelfService Plus 6103 and prior versions that allows admin portal access-restriction bypass. Find out the impact and how to mitigate the risk.
Zoho ManageEngine ADSelfService Plus 6103 and prior versions are vulnerable to admin portal access-restriction bypass.
Understanding CVE-2021-37421
This CVE highlights a security vulnerability in Zoho ManageEngine ADSelfService Plus that could allow an attacker to bypass admin portal access restrictions.
What is CVE-2021-37421?
The vulnerability in Zoho ManageEngine ADSelfService Plus versions 6103 and earlier allows unauthorized users to bypass admin portal access restrictions.
The Impact of CVE-2021-37421
The exploit could potentially lead to unauthorized access to sensitive information and functionalities within the ADSelfService Plus administrative portal.
Technical Details of CVE-2021-37421
This section outlines the specifics of the vulnerability.
Vulnerability Description
Zoho ManageEngine ADSelfService Plus 6103 and prior versions are susceptible to an admin portal access-restriction bypass.
Affected Systems and Versions
All versions of Zoho ManageEngine ADSelfService Plus up to 6103 are impacted by this vulnerability.
Exploitation Mechanism
Attackers can exploit this vulnerability to gain unauthorized access to the admin portal.
Mitigation and Prevention
Here are some measures to address and prevent exploitation of the CVE.
Immediate Steps to Take
Users should update to Zoho ManageEngine ADSelfService Plus version 6104, which contains security fixes for this issue.
Long-Term Security Practices
Regularly updating software and monitoring access controls can help prevent similar vulnerabilities.
Patching and Updates
Ensure that systems are regularly patched and updated to the latest secure versions.