PatchTheCVECVE-2021-41315: The Device42 Remote Collector before 17.05.01 does not sanitize user input in its SNMP Connectivity utility
CVE-2021-41315 is a high-severity flaw (CVSS 8.8) affecting remote collector. Below: why it ranks where it does, which versions are affected, what to do, and the exact commands.
The Device42 Remote Collector before 17.05.01 does not sanitize user input in its SNMP Connectivity utility. This allows an authenticated attacker (with access to the console application) to execute arbitrary OS commands and escalate privileges.
Why this priority
- High severity
A fixed release or distro patch exists.
Risk facts
| CVSS score | 8.8 (High) |
| Attack vector | Network (remote) |
| Attack complexity | Low |
| Privileges needed | Low |
| User interaction | None |
| EPSS exploit chance | 1.3% (top 30%) |
| CISA exploited list | No |
| Weakness | CWE-78 |
| Published | 2021-09-17 |
| 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-2021-41315?
remote collector: upgrade to 17.05.01. Exact commands for each OS are on this page.
Is CVE-2021-41315 being exploited?
CVE-2021-41315 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-2021-41315 affect?
CVE-2021-41315 affects remote collector. Severity is high (CVSS 8.8). The Device42 Remote Collector before 17.05.01 does not sanitize user input in its SNMP Connectivity utility. This allows an authenticated attacker (with access to the console application) to execute arbitrary OS commands and escalate privil
How urgent is CVE-2021-41315?
Priority 48/100. High severity