How severe is CVE-2021-21592?

CVE-2021-21592 has a CVSS 3.x base score of 3.1, rated low severity. It is exploitable over network with high attack complexity, requires low privileges and no user interaction. Impact on confidentiality is low, integrity none, and availability none.

Is CVE-2021-21592 being actively exploited?

It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 1% (53rd percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

What products are affected by CVE-2021-21592?

CVE-2021-21592 primarily affects Dell Emc Powerscale Onefs. In total, 2 product configurations (CPEs) are listed as vulnerable; see the affected-products list for the exact versions.

How do I fix CVE-2021-21592?

Review the linked vendor and NVD advisories for patched versions and mitigations, then upgrade or apply the recommended workaround.

When was CVE-2021-21592 published?

CVE-2021-21592 was published on 2021-08-16 and last updated on 2026-06-17.

CVE-2021-21592

CVE-2021-21592 is a low-severity vulnerability in Dell Emc Powerscale Onefs with a CVSS 3.x base score of 3.1. 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-755.

Key facts

Severity: Low (CVSS 3.x base score 3.1)
CVSS v2: 4.0
EPSS exploit prediction: 1% (53rd percentile)
Actively exploited: Not listed in CISA KEV
Weakness: CWE-755
Affected product: Dell Emc Powerscale Onefs
Published: 2021-08-16
Last modified: 2026-06-17

Description

Dell EMC PowerScale OneFS versions 8.2.x - 9.2.x improperly handle an exceptional condition. A remote low privileged user could potentially exploit this vulnerability, leading to unauthorized information disclosure.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2021-21592?: Dell EMC PowerScale OneFS versions 8.2.x - 9.2.x improperly handle an exceptional condition. A remote low privileged user could potentially exploit this vulnerability, leading to unauthorized information disclosure.
How severe is CVE-2021-21592?: CVE-2021-21592 has a CVSS 3.x base score of 3.1, rated low severity. It is exploitable over network with high attack complexity, requires low privileges and no user interaction. Impact on confidentiality is low, integrity none, and availability none.
Is CVE-2021-21592 being actively exploited?: It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 1% (53rd percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2021-21592?: CVE-2021-21592 primarily affects Dell Emc Powerscale Onefs. In total, 2 product configurations (CPEs) are listed as vulnerable; see the affected-products list for the exact versions.
How do I fix CVE-2021-21592?: Review the linked vendor and NVD advisories for patched versions and mitigations, then upgrade or apply the recommended workaround.
When was CVE-2021-21592 published?: CVE-2021-21592 was published on 2021-08-16 and last updated on 2026-06-17.

References

https://www.dell.com/support/kbdoc/000190408

Affected products (2)

cpe:2.3:o:dell:emc_powerscale_onefs:*:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
cpe:2.3:o:dell:emc_powerscale_onefs:8.2.2:*:*:*:*:*:*:*

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