CVE-2021-30116
Published: November 3, 2021
Official Description
Kaseya Virtual System/Server Administrator (VSA) contains an information disclosure vulnerability allowing an attacker to obtain the sessionId that can be used to execute further attacks against the system.
CISA KEV Advisory
Kaseya Virtual System/Server Administrator (VSA) Information Disclosure Vulnerability
Kaseya Virtual System/Server Administrator (VSA) contains an information disclosure vulnerability allowing an attacker to obtain the sessionId that can be used to execute further attacks against the system.
Apply updates per vendor instructions.
Risk Analysis
This information disclosure vulnerability in Kaseya Virtual System/Server Administrator (VSA) allows an attacker to obtain a session ID, which can then be used for further attacks. With an EPSS score of 0.53077, there is a high likelihood of exploitation. Its presence in CISA's KEV catalog confirms it is a critical threat.
This vulnerability has been actively exploited in the wild and is listed in CISA's Known Exploited Vulnerabilities catalog. Exploitation involves obtaining a session ID to facilitate subsequent attacks.
Kaseya VSA administrators should apply the latest security updates. Implement strong authentication mechanisms and monitor for suspicious session activity.
Technical Analysis
CVE-2021-30116 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-2021-30116 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.
Exploit & PoC Resources
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Quick Facts
Recommended Actions
- →Apply vendor patches immediately
- →Monitor CVE-2021-30116 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