CVE-2021-41989
CVE-2021-41989 is a high-severity vulnerability in Qlik Qlikview with a CVSS 3.x base score of 7.8. 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-668.
Key facts
- Severity: High (CVSS 3.x base score 7.8)
- EPSS exploit prediction: 0% (22nd percentile)
- Actively exploited: Not listed in CISA KEV
- Weakness: CWE-668
- Affected product: Qlik Qlikview
- Published:
- Last modified:
Description
Qlik QlikView through 12.60.20100.0 creates a Temporary File in a Directory with Insecure Permissions.
Frequently asked questions
- What is CVE-2021-41989?
- Qlik QlikView through 12.60.20100.0 creates a Temporary File in a Directory with Insecure Permissions.
- How severe is CVE-2021-41989?
- CVE-2021-41989 has a CVSS 3.x base score of 7.8, rated high severity. It is exploitable over local access with low attack complexity, requires low privileges and no user interaction. Impact on confidentiality is high, integrity high, and availability high.
- Is CVE-2021-41989 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-2021-41989?
- CVE-2021-41989 affects Qlik Qlikview. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.
- How do I fix CVE-2021-41989?
- 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-2021-41989 published?
- CVE-2021-41989 was published on 2023-01-26 and last updated on 2026-06-17.
References
Affected products (1)
- cpe:2.3:a:qlik:qlikview:*:*:*:*:*:*:*:.
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