CVE-2021-26987 describes a critical Remote Code Execution vulnerability (CVSS 9.8) stemming from outdated SpringBoot Framework versions (prior to 1.3.2) embedded within NetApp and VMware products. Specifically, Element Plug-in for vCenter Server, Management Services (prior to 2.17.56), and Management Node (through 12.2) are affected. This vulnerability is network-exploitable with low attack complexity, requiring no user interaction or privileges, and can lead to complete compromise of confidentiality, integrity, and availability. There is currently no evidence of active exploitation, public exploit code (Metasploit, Nuclei, ExploitDB), or significant community discussion surrounding this CVE.
| Vendor | Product | Version(s) | CPE |
|---|---|---|---|
< 1.3.2CPE matchmatch criteria | cpe:2.3:a:vmware:spring_boot:*:*:*:*:*:*:*:* | ||
All Versions ImpactedCPE matchmatch criteria | cpe:2.3:a:netapp:element_plug-in_for_vcenter_server:*:*:*:*:*:*:*:* | ||
< 2.17.56CPE matchmatch criteria | cpe:2.3:a:netapp:management_services_for_element_software_and_netapp_hci:*:*:*:*:*:*:*:* | ||
<= 12.2CPE matchmatch criteria | cpe:2.3:a:netapp:solidfire_\&_hci_management_node:*:*:*:*:*:*:*:* |
CVSS version used by this source: 3.1
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H
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