PatchTheCVECVE-2021-38481: The scheduler service running on a specific TCP port enables the user to start and stop jobs
CVE-2021-38481 is a high-severity flaw (CVSS 8.1) affecting versiondog. Below: why it ranks where it does, which versions are affected, what to do, and the exact commands.
The scheduler service running on a specific TCP port enables the user to start and stop jobs. There is no sanitation of the supplied JOB ID provided to the function. An attacker may send a malicious payload that can enable the user to execute another SQL expression by sending a specific string.
Why this priority
- High severity
A fixed release or distro patch exists.
Risk facts
| CVSS score | 8.1 (High) |
| Attack vector | Network (remote) |
| Attack complexity | Low |
| Privileges needed | None |
| User interaction | Required |
| EPSS exploit chance | 1.0% (top 37%) |
| CISA exploited list | No |
| Weakness | CWE-89 |
| Published | 2021-10-22 |
| 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-2021-38481?
versiondog: upgrade to newer than 8.0.0. Exact commands for each OS are on this page.
Is CVE-2021-38481 being exploited?
CVE-2021-38481 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-2021-38481 affect?
CVE-2021-38481 affects versiondog. Severity is high (CVSS 8.1). The scheduler service running on a specific TCP port enables the user to start and stop jobs. There is no sanitation of the supplied JOB ID provided to the function. An attacker may send a malicious payload that can enable the user to execu
How urgent is CVE-2021-38481?
Priority 44/100. High severity
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