CVE-2021-40385

CVE-2021-40385 is a high-severity vulnerability in Kaseya Unitrends Backup Software with a CVSS 3.x base score of 8.8. It is not currently listed as actively exploited by CISA, and its EPSS exploit-prediction score is low.

Key facts

Description

An issue was discovered in the server software in Kaseya Unitrends Backup Software before 10.5.5-2. There is a privilege escalation from read-only user to admin.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2021-40385?
An issue was discovered in the server software in Kaseya Unitrends Backup Software before 10.5.5-2. There is a privilege escalation from read-only user to admin.
How severe is CVE-2021-40385?
CVE-2021-40385 has a CVSS 3.x base score of 8.8, rated high severity. It is exploitable over network with low attack complexity, requires low privileges and no user interaction. Impact on confidentiality is high, integrity high, and availability high.
Is CVE-2021-40385 being actively exploited?
It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 1% (63rd percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2021-40385?
CVE-2021-40385 affects Kaseya Unitrends Backup Software. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.
How do I fix CVE-2021-40385?
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-2021-40385 published?
CVE-2021-40385 was published on 2021-09-01 and last updated on 2026-06-17.

References

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