PatchTheCVECVE-2021-46361: An issue in the Freemark Filter of Magnolia CMS v6.2.11 and below allows attackers to bypass security restrict
CVE-2021-46361 is a critical-severity flaw (CVSS 9.8) affecting magnolia cms. Below: why it ranks where it does, which versions are affected, what to do, and the exact commands.
An issue in the Freemark Filter of Magnolia CMS v6.2.11 and below allows attackers to bypass security restrictions and execute arbitrary code via a crafted FreeMarker payload.
Why this priority
- Critical severity
- Public exploit reference
- Remotely exploitable, no login, no user action
A fixed release or distro patch exists.
Risk facts
| CVSS score | 9.8 (Critical) |
| Attack vector | Network (remote) |
| Attack complexity | Low |
| Privileges needed | None |
| User interaction | None |
| EPSS exploit chance | 2.8% (top 14%) |
| CISA exploited list | No |
| Published | 2022-02-11 |
| 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-2021-46361?
magnolia cms: upgrade to 6.2.12. Exact commands for each OS are on this page.
Is CVE-2021-46361 being exploited?
CVE-2021-46361 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-2021-46361 affect?
CVE-2021-46361 affects magnolia cms. Severity is critical (CVSS 9.8). An issue in the Freemark Filter of Magnolia CMS v6.2.11 and below allows attackers to bypass security restrictions and execute arbitrary code via a crafted FreeMarker payload.
How urgent is CVE-2021-46361?
Priority 66/100. Critical severity; Public exploit reference; Remotely exploitable, no login, no user action
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