PatchTheCVECVE-2021-42095: Xshell before 7.0.0.76 allows attackers to cause a crash by triggering rapid changes to the title bar.
CVE-2021-42095 is a high-severity flaw (CVSS 7.5) affecting xshell. Below: why it ranks where it does, which versions are affected, what to do, and the exact commands.
Xshell before 7.0.0.76 allows attackers to cause a crash by triggering rapid changes to the title bar.
Why this priority
- High severity
- Remotely exploitable, no login, no user action
A fixed release or distro patch exists.
Risk facts
| CVSS score | 7.5 (High) |
| Attack vector | Network (remote) |
| Attack complexity | Low |
| Privileges needed | None |
| User interaction | None |
| EPSS exploit chance | 1.0% (top 38%) |
| CISA exploited list | No |
| Published | 2021-10-07 |
| 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-2021-42095?
xshell: upgrade to 7.0.0.76. Exact commands for each OS are on this page.
Is CVE-2021-42095 being exploited?
CVE-2021-42095 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-2021-42095 affect?
CVE-2021-42095 affects xshell. Severity is high (CVSS 7.5). Xshell before 7.0.0.76 allows attackers to cause a crash by triggering rapid changes to the title bar.
How urgent is CVE-2021-42095?
Priority 47/100. High severity; Remotely exploitable, no login, no user action
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