CVE-2021-26084
Published: November 3, 2021
Official Description
Atlassian Confluence Server and Data Server contain an Object-Graph Navigation Language (OGNL) injection vulnerability that may allow an unauthenticated attacker to execute code.
CISA KEV Advisory
Atlassian Confluence Server and Data Center Object-Graph Navigation Language (OGNL) Injection Vulnerability
Atlassian Confluence Server and Data Server contain an Object-Graph Navigation Language (OGNL) injection vulnerability that may allow an unauthenticated attacker to execute code.
Apply updates per vendor instructions.
Risk Analysis
Atlassian Confluence Server and Data Center are vulnerable to an Object-Graph Navigation Language (OGNL) injection flaw, which can allow an unauthenticated attacker to execute code. The high EPSS score of 0.94440 indicates a very high likelihood of exploitation, making this a critical vulnerability. This flaw is actively exploited.
This vulnerability is actively exploited in the wild and is included in CISA's KEV catalog. The flaw is remotely exploitable by an unauthenticated attacker.
Apply the latest security updates from Atlassian for Confluence Server and Data Center to mitigate this OGNL injection vulnerability. Regularly review and harden Confluence configurations.
Technical Analysis
CVE-2021-26084 requires local access, meaning attackers must already have a foothold on the target system.
Exploitation requires some privileges, which limits the exposure to scenarios where an attacker has already gained initial access.
CISA has added CVE-2021-26084 to the Known Exploited Vulnerabilities (KEV) catalog, confirming active exploitation in the wild. U.S. federal agencies are required to patch this within the mandated timeframe, and all organizations should treat remediation as urgent.
Affected Vendors & Products
Exploit & PoC Resources
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Quick Facts
Recommended Actions
- →Apply vendor patches immediately
- →Monitor CVE-2021-26084 in threat intel feeds
- →Review IDS/IPS signatures for exploitation attempts
- !CISA KEV: Federal agencies must patch per BOD 22-01 timeline
- !Active exploitation confirmed — treat as P1