How severe is CVE-2021-43326?

CVE-2021-43326 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-2021-43326 being actively exploited?

It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 1% (65th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

What products are affected by CVE-2021-43326?

CVE-2021-43326 affects Automox. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.

How do I fix CVE-2021-43326?

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-2021-43326 published?

CVE-2021-43326 was published on 2021-12-15 and last updated on 2026-06-17.

CVE-2021-43326

CVE-2021-43326 is a high-severity vulnerability in Automox 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-276.

Key facts

Severity: High (CVSS 3.x base score 7.8)
CVSS v2: 4.6
EPSS exploit prediction: 1% (65th percentile)
Actively exploited: Not listed in CISA KEV
Weakness: CWE-276
Affected product: Automox
Published: 2021-12-15
Last modified: 2026-06-17

Description

Automox Agent before 32 on Windows incorrectly sets permissions on a temporary directory.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2021-43326?: Automox Agent before 32 on Windows incorrectly sets permissions on a temporary directory.
How severe is CVE-2021-43326?: CVE-2021-43326 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-2021-43326 being actively exploited?: It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 1% (65th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2021-43326?: CVE-2021-43326 affects Automox. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.
How do I fix CVE-2021-43326?: 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-2021-43326 published?: CVE-2021-43326 was published on 2021-12-15 and last updated on 2026-06-17.

References

Affected products (1)

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