Is CVE-2021-38647 actively exploited?

Yes. CVE-2021-38647 is listed in the CISA Known Exploited Vulnerabilities (KEV) catalog, which means exploitation in the wild has been confirmed.

Can CVE-2021-38647 be exploited remotely?

The attack vector of CVE-2021-38647 has not been classified yet.

What is the CVSS score of CVE-2021-38647?

CVE-2021-38647 has not received a CVSS score yet.

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HIGHCISA KEVIN THE WILD

CVE-2021-38647

Published: November 3, 2021

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

Official Description

Microsoft Open Management Infrastructure (OMI) within Azure VM Management Extensions contains an unspecified vulnerability allowing remote code execution.

NVD Source

CISA KEV Advisory

Microsoft Open Management Infrastructure (OMI) Remote Code Execution Vulnerability

Microsoft Open Management Infrastructure (OMI) within Azure VM Management Extensions contains an unspecified vulnerability allowing remote code execution.

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

Microsoft Open Management Infrastructure (OMI) within Azure VM Management Extensions contains an unspecified vulnerability that allows for remote code execution. This is a HIGH severity issue with a high EPSS score of 0.94392, indicating a high likelihood of exploitation. CISA has confirmed its exploitation in the KEV catalog.

Active exploitation of this vulnerability has been observed in the wild. The flaw allows for remote code execution, making it a significant threat.

Recommended Action

Users of Microsoft Open Management Infrastructure (OMI) in Azure VM Management Extensions should apply all available security updates. Restricting network access to OMI endpoints is also a recommended hardening measure.

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-2021-38647 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-2021-38647 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.