CVE-2021-43829

What it is

PatrOwl is a free and open-source solution for orchestrating Security Operations. In versions prior to 1.7.7 PatrowlManager unrestrictly handle upload files in the findings import feature. This vulnerability is capable of uploading dangerous type of file to server leading to XSS attacks and potentially other forms of code injection. Users are advised to update to 1.7.7 as soon as possible. There are no known workarounds for this issue.

At a glance

Exploitability

Can be exploited over the network with a low-privilege account. Limited direct impact.

Exploit odds

59.2% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days (EPSS). Higher than most.

Fix

A patch, advisory or fixed version is referenced. Upgrade or apply it.

Timeline

1. 2021-12-14 20:15 UTC PublishedDisclosed publicly on CVE.org and NVD
2. 2026-06-17 04:11 UTC Last updatedMost recent change to the record

Why it ranks here

• Exploited in the wild: no, CISA does not list it.
• Exploit odds: 59.2% in the next 30 days (EPSS).
• Severity: 7.4 HIGH (CVSS).
• Fix: a patch or advisory is linked.

Details

Published

2021-12-14 20:15 UTC

Last modified

2026-06-17 04:11 UTC

Exploit probability

59.2% · EPSS, next 30 days

Weakness

CWE-434 · Unrestricted file upload

Record status

Modified

Affected

• Patrowl Patrowlmanager < 1.7.7

Attack profile CVSS 3.1 · 7.4

Attack vector

Network

Complexity

Low

Privileges needed

Low

User interaction

None

Scope

Changed

Confidentiality

Low

Integrity

Low

Availability

Low

Is it in your code?

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