How severe is CVE-2021-25313?

CVE-2021-25313 has a CVSS 3.x base score of 7.1, rated high severity. It is exploitable over network with low attack complexity, requires no privileges and user interaction. Impact on confidentiality is high, integrity low, and availability none.

Is CVE-2021-25313 being actively exploited?

It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 1% (71st percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

What products are affected by CVE-2021-25313?

CVE-2021-25313 affects Suse Rancher. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.

How do I fix CVE-2021-25313?

Review the linked vendor and NVD advisories for patched versions and mitigations, then upgrade or apply the recommended workaround. Given its high severity, prioritise patching exposed systems.

When was CVE-2021-25313 published?

CVE-2021-25313 was published on 2021-03-05 and last updated on 2026-06-17.

CVE-2021-25313

CVE-2021-25313 is a high-severity vulnerability in Suse Rancher with a CVSS 3.x base score of 7.1. 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-79.

Key facts

Severity: High (CVSS 3.x base score 7.1)
CVSS v2: 4.3
EPSS exploit prediction: 1% (71st percentile)
Actively exploited: Not listed in CISA KEV
Weakness: CWE-79
Affected product: Suse Rancher
Published: 2021-03-05
Last modified: 2026-06-17

Description

A Improper Neutralization of Input During Web Page Generation ('Cross-site Scripting') vulnerability in Rancher allows remote attackers to execute JavaScript via malicious links. This issue affects: SUSE Rancher Rancher versions prior to 2.5.6.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2021-25313?: A Improper Neutralization of Input During Web Page Generation ('Cross-site Scripting') vulnerability in Rancher allows remote attackers to execute JavaScript via malicious links. This issue affects: SUSE Rancher Rancher versions prior to 2.5.6.
How severe is CVE-2021-25313?: CVE-2021-25313 has a CVSS 3.x base score of 7.1, rated high severity. It is exploitable over network with low attack complexity, requires no privileges and user interaction. Impact on confidentiality is high, integrity low, and availability none.
Is CVE-2021-25313 being actively exploited?: It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 1% (71st percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2021-25313?: CVE-2021-25313 affects Suse Rancher. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.
How do I fix CVE-2021-25313?: Review the linked vendor and NVD advisories for patched versions and mitigations, then upgrade or apply the recommended workaround. Given its high severity, prioritise patching exposed systems.
When was CVE-2021-25313 published?: CVE-2021-25313 was published on 2021-03-05 and last updated on 2026-06-17.

References

Affected products (1)

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