CVE-2021-27893

Published Mar 15, 2021
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Updated

SSH Tectia Client and Server before 6.4.19 on Windows allow local privilege escalation in nonstandard conditions. ConnectSecure on Windows is affected.

Affected Software

4 affected components
SSH Tectia Client<6.4.19
SSH Tectia Connectsecure
SSH Tectia Server<6.4.19
Microsoft Windows

Event History

Mar 15, 2021
CVE Published
via MITRE·02:05 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·02:05 PM
Description
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the vulnerability ID for this vulnerability?

The vulnerability ID for this vulnerability is CVE-2021-27893.

2

What is the severity level of CVE-2021-27893?

CVE-2021-27893 has a severity level of high.

3

What is affected by CVE-2021-27893?

SSH Tectia Client and Server versions before 6.4.19 on Windows are affected by CVE-2021-27893.

4

How can local privilege escalation occur with CVE-2021-27893?

Local privilege escalation can occur in nonstandard conditions with SSH Tectia Client and Server versions before 6.4.19 on Windows.

5

Where can I find more information about CVE-2021-27893?

You can find more information about CVE-2021-27893 at the following link: [SSH Tectia Vulnerability - CVE-2021-27893](https://info.ssh.com/tectia-vulnerability-cve-2021-27893)

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