PatchTheCVECVE-2021-42557: In Jeedom through 4.1.19, a bug allows a remote attacker to bypass API access and retrieve users credentials.
CVE-2021-42557 is a high-severity flaw (CVSS 7.5) affecting jeedom. Below: why it ranks where it does, which versions are affected, what to do, and the exact commands.
In Jeedom through 4.1.19, a bug allows a remote attacker to bypass API access and retrieve users credentials.
Why this priority
- High severity
- Public exploit reference
- 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 | 2.2% (top 17%) |
| CISA exploited list | No |
| Published | 2021-11-01 |
| 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-2021-42557?
jeedom: upgrade to newer than 4.1.19. Exact commands for each OS are on this page.
Is CVE-2021-42557 being exploited?
CVE-2021-42557 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-2021-42557 affect?
CVE-2021-42557 affects jeedom. Severity is high (CVSS 7.5). In Jeedom through 4.1.19, a bug allows a remote attacker to bypass API access and retrieve users credentials.
How urgent is CVE-2021-42557?
Priority 57/100. High severity; Public exploit reference; Remotely exploitable, no login, no user action
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- CVE-2020-9036 MEDIUM 6.1 UPGRADE Jeedom through 4.0.38 allows XSS.