CVE-2011-3211

CVE-2011-3211 is a critical-severity vulnerability in Bcfg2 with a CVSS 2.0 base score of 9.3. It is not currently listed as actively exploited by CISA, and its EPSS exploit-prediction score is low. The underlying weakness is classified as CWE-20.

Key facts

Description

The server in Bcfg2 1.1.2 and earlier, and 1.2 prerelease, allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary commands via shell metacharacters in data received from a client.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2011-3211?
The server in Bcfg2 1.1.2 and earlier, and 1.2 prerelease, allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary commands via shell metacharacters in data received from a client.
How severe is CVE-2011-3211?
CVE-2011-3211 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 9.3, rated critical severity.
Is CVE-2011-3211 being actively exploited?
It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 5% (91st percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2011-3211?
CVE-2011-3211 primarily affects Bcfg2. In total, 49 product configurations (CPEs) are listed as vulnerable; see the affected-products list for the exact versions.
How do I fix CVE-2011-3211?
Review the linked vendor and NVD advisories for patched versions and mitigations, then upgrade or apply the recommended workaround. Given its critical severity, prioritise patching exposed systems.
When was CVE-2011-3211 published?
CVE-2011-3211 was published on 2011-09-16 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

References

Affected products (49)

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