Is CVE-2021-35464 actively exploited?

Yes. CVE-2021-35464 is listed in the CISA Known Exploited Vulnerabilities (KEV) catalog, which means exploitation in the wild has been confirmed.

Can CVE-2021-35464 be exploited remotely?

The attack vector of CVE-2021-35464 has not been classified yet.

What is the CVSS score of CVE-2021-35464?

CVE-2021-35464 has not received a CVSS score yet.

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HIGHCISA KEVIN THE WILD

CVE-2021-35464

Published: November 3, 2021

EPSS:94.39%probability of exploitation in 30 daysPercentile:100.0th

Official Description

ForgeRock Access Management (AM) Core Server allows an attacker who sends a specially crafted HTTP request to one of three endpoints (/ccversion/Version, /ccversion/Masthead, or /ccversion/ButtonFrame) to execute code in the context of the current user (unless ForgeRock AM is running as root user, which the vendor does not recommend).

NVD Source

CISA KEV Advisory

ForgeRock Access Management (AM) Core Server Remote Code Execution Vulnerability

Added to KEV: 2021-11-03Federal patch deadline: 2021-11-17⚠ USED IN RANSOMWARE CAMPAIGNS

Required Action (CISA)

Apply updates per vendor instructions.

Risk Analysis

ForgeRock Access Management (AM) Core Server has a vulnerability that allows remote code execution through specially crafted HTTP requests to specific endpoints. The very high EPSS score of 0.94386 signifies a strong probability of this flaw being exploited, demanding immediate attention.

This vulnerability is actively being exploited in the wild and is included in CISA's KEV catalog, indicating confirmed exploitation. The attack vector involves sending HTTP requests, suggesting remote exploitability.

Recommended Action

It is crucial to apply the vendor's security updates for ForgeRock Access Management (AM) Core Server. Additionally, ensure that ForgeRock AM is not running with root privileges to limit the impact of potential exploitation.

Generated by the CTIWATCH analysis pipeline from this CVE's metadata (CVSS, EPSS, KEV status, exploit intelligence). Verify against vendor advisories before acting.

Technical Analysis

CVE-2021-35464 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-2021-35464 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.