CVE-2021-43360 : What You Need to Know
Learn about CVE-2021-43360 affecting Sunnet eHRD. Discover the impact, technical details, affected versions, and mitigation steps to secure your system from this high-severity vulnerability.
Sunnet eHRD e-mail delivery task schedule’s serialization function allows a post-authenticated remote attacker with database access privilege to execute arbitrary code.
Understanding CVE-2021-43360
A high-severity vulnerability affecting Sunnet eHRD software.
What is CVE-2021-43360?
The vulnerability in Sunnet eHRD's email delivery task serialization function enables remote attackers to execute arbitrary code with database access privilege.
The Impact of CVE-2021-43360
- Confidentiality Impact: High
- Integrity Impact: High
- Availability Impact: High
Technical Details of CVE-2021-43360
Vulnerability details and affected systems.
Vulnerability Description
The inadequate input validation in Sunnet eHRD's serialization function allows for arbitrary code execution by authenticated attackers.
Affected Systems and Versions
- Affected Versions: 8, 9
Exploitation Mechanism
Remote attackers with database access privilege can exploit the vulnerability to control the system or disrupt services.
Mitigation and Prevention
Steps to address and prevent the vulnerability.
Immediate Steps to Take
- Update Sunnet eHRD to version 10 immediately.
Long-Term Security Practices
- Regularly monitor and audit software for vulnerabilities.
- Enforce the principle of least privilege for user access.
- Conduct security training for employees.
Patching and Updates
- Apply security patches promptly to mitigate risks.