PatchTheCVECVE-2021-21011: Adobe Captivate 2019 version 11.5.1.499 (and earlier) is affected by an uncontrolled search path element vulne
CVE-2021-21011 is a high-severity flaw (CVSS 7.0) affecting captivate. Below: why it ranks where it does, which versions are affected, what to do, and the exact commands.
Adobe Captivate 2019 version 11.5.1.499 (and earlier) is affected by an uncontrolled search path element vulnerability that could lead to privilege escalation. An attacker with permissions to write to the file system could leverage this vulnerability to escalate privileges.
Why this priority
- High severity
A fixed release or distro patch exists.
Risk facts
| CVSS score | 7.0 (High) |
| Attack vector | Local |
| Attack complexity | High |
| Privileges needed | None |
| User interaction | Required |
| EPSS exploit chance | 2.1% (top 19%) |
| CISA exploited list | No |
| Weakness | CWE-427 |
| Published | 2021-01-13 |
| Last modified | 2026-06-17 |
Last updated 2026-06-17 · Sources: CVE Program, NVD, CISA KEV, EPSS and vendor advisories · How we score
Am I affected?
Timeline
- Published CVE record published
- Updated Record last modified
Scores and fixes here are computed automatically from those and other public sources. Confirm with the vendor advisory before changing production systems.
Quick answers
How do I fix CVE-2021-21011?
captivate: upgrade to newer than 11.5.1.499. Exact commands for each OS are on this page.
Is CVE-2021-21011 being exploited?
CVE-2021-21011 is not on the CISA Known Exploited Vulnerabilities list at the time of the last update. Check again, as this can change.
What does CVE-2021-21011 affect?
CVE-2021-21011 affects captivate. Severity is high (CVSS 7.0). Adobe Captivate 2019 version 11.5.1.499 (and earlier) is affected by an uncontrolled search path element vulnerability that could lead to privilege escalation. An attacker with permissions to write to the file system could leverage this vul
How urgent is CVE-2021-21011?
Priority 45/100. High severity
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