CVE-2021-40494 describes a critical vulnerability in AdaptiveScale LXDUI versions through 2.1.3, where a hardcoded JWT secret key in metadata.py allows unauthenticated attackers to gain administrative access to the host system. This vulnerability carries a CVSS score of 9.8 (Critical) due to its network-based attack vector, low complexity, and complete compromise of confidentiality, integrity, and availability. While no public exploit code or active exploitation has been observed, and community discussion is minimal, the inherent severity warrants immediate patching.
| Vendor | Product | Version(s) | CPE |
|---|---|---|---|
<= 2.1.3CPE matchmatch criteria | cpe:2.3:a:adaptivescale:lxdui:*:*:*:*:*:*:*:* |
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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