How severe is CVE-2021-32997?

CVE-2021-32997 has a CVSS 3.x base score of 8.2, rated high severity. It is exploitable over network with low attack complexity, requires no privileges and no user interaction. Impact on confidentiality is high, integrity low, and availability none.

Is CVE-2021-32997 being actively exploited?

It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 0% (22nd percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

What products are affected by CVE-2021-32997?

CVE-2021-32997 primarily affects Bakerhughes Bentley Nevada 3500 System 1 6.x (3060/00) Firmware. In total, 7 product configurations (CPEs) are listed as vulnerable; see the affected-products list for the exact versions.

How do I fix CVE-2021-32997?

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-2021-32997 published?

CVE-2021-32997 was published on 2022-05-25 and last updated on 2026-06-17.

CVE-2021-32997

CVE-2021-32997 is a high-severity vulnerability in Bakerhughes Bentley Nevada 3500 System 1 6.x (3060/00) Firmware with a CVSS 3.x base score of 8.2. 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-916.

Key facts

Severity: High (CVSS 3.x base score 8.2)
CVSS v2: 5.0
EPSS exploit prediction: 0% (22nd percentile)
Actively exploited: Not listed in CISA KEV
Weakness: CWE-916
Affected product: Bakerhughes Bentley Nevada 3500 System 1 6.x (3060/00) Firmware
Published: 2022-05-25
Last modified: 2026-06-17

Description

The affected Baker Hughes Bentley Nevada products (3500 System 1 6.x, Part No. 3060/00 versions 6.98 and prior, 3500 System 1, Part No. 3071/xx & 3072/xx versions 21.1 HF1 and prior, 3500 Rack Configuration, Part No. 129133-01 versions 6.4 and prior, and 3500/22M Firmware, Part No. 288055-01 versions 5.05 and prior) utilize a weak encryption algorithm for storage and transmission of sensitive data, which may allow an attacker to more easily obtain credentials used for access.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2021-32997?: The affected Baker Hughes Bentley Nevada products (3500 System 1 6.x, Part No. 3060/00 versions 6.98 and prior, 3500 System 1, Part No. 3071/xx & 3072/xx versions 21.1 HF1 and prior, 3500 Rack Configuration, Part No. 129133-01 versions 6.4 and prior, and 3500/22M Firmware, Part No. 288055-01 versions 5.05 and prior) utilize a weak encryption algorithm for storage and transmission of sensitive data, which may allow an attacker to more easily obtain credentials used for access.
How severe is CVE-2021-32997?: CVE-2021-32997 has a CVSS 3.x base score of 8.2, rated high severity. It is exploitable over network with low attack complexity, requires no privileges and no user interaction. Impact on confidentiality is high, integrity low, and availability none.
Is CVE-2021-32997 being actively exploited?: It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 0% (22nd percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2021-32997?: CVE-2021-32997 primarily affects Bakerhughes Bentley Nevada 3500 System 1 6.x (3060/00) Firmware. In total, 7 product configurations (CPEs) are listed as vulnerable; see the affected-products list for the exact versions.
How do I fix CVE-2021-32997?: 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-2021-32997 published?: CVE-2021-32997 was published on 2022-05-25 and last updated on 2026-06-17.

References

https://www.cisa.gov/uscert/ics/advisories/icsa-21-231-02

Affected products (7)

cpe:2.3:o:bakerhughes:bentley_nevada_3500_system_1_6.x_\(3060\/00\)_firmware:*:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
cpe:2.3:o:bakerhughes:bentley_nevada_3500_system_1_\(3072\/xx\)_firmware:*:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
cpe:2.3:o:bakerhughes:bentley_nevada_3500_system_1_\(3072\/xx\)_firmware:21.1:-:*:*:*:*:*:*
cpe:2.3:o:bakerhughes:bentley_nevada_3500_system_1_\(3071\/xx\)_firmware:*:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
cpe:2.3:o:bakerhughes:bentley_nevada_3500_system_1_\(3071\/xx\)_firmware:21.1:-:*:*:*:*:*:*
cpe:2.3:o:bakerhughes:bentley_nevada_3500\/22m_\(288055-01\)_firmware:*:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
cpe:2.3:o:bakerhughes:bentley_nevada_3500_rack_configuration_\(129133-01\)_firmware:*:*:*:*:*:*:*:*

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