CVE-2021-33558: High severity boa boa vulnerability

Published May 27, 2021
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Updated

DISPUTED Boa 0.94.13 allows remote attackers to obtain sensitive information via a misconfiguration involving backup.html, preview.html, js/log.js, log.html, email.html, online-users.html, and config.js. NOTE: multiple third parties report that this is a site-specific issue because those files are not part of Boa.

Affected Software

1 affected component
Boa Boa=0.94.13

Event History

May 27, 2021
CVE Published
via MITRE·12:00 AM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·12:00 AM
Description
Disputed
11:15 AM
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2021-33558?

CVE-2021-33558 is marked as a moderate severity vulnerability due to the risk of sensitive information exposure.

2

How do I fix CVE-2021-33558?

To fix CVE-2021-33558, ensure proper configuration settings and restrict access to sensitive files like backup.html and config.js.

3

Who is affected by CVE-2021-33558?

CVE-2021-33558 affects instances of Boa web server version 0.94.13 that are misconfigured.

4

What type of vulnerability is CVE-2021-33558?

CVE-2021-33558 is a type of information disclosure vulnerability.

5

Can CVE-2021-33558 be exploited remotely?

Yes, CVE-2021-33558 can be exploited by remote attackers to obtain sensitive information.

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