CVE-2024-21985
CWE-269Published: January 26, 2024· Updated: Jun 17, 2026
Official Description
ONTAP 9 versions prior to 9.9.1P18, 9.10.1P16, 9.11.1P13, 9.12.1P10
and 9.13.1P4 are susceptible to a vulnerability which could allow an
authenticated user with multiple remote accounts with differing roles to
perform actions via REST API beyond their intended privilege. Possible
actions include viewing limited configuration details and metrics or
modifying limited settings, some of which could result in a Denial of
Service (DoS).
Technical Analysis
CVE-2024-21985 can be exploited remotely over the network without requiring physical or adjacent access, significantly expanding the attack surface for threat actors.
Exploitation requires low privileges, which limits the exposure to scenarios where an attacker has already gained initial access.
A successful exploit results in availability disruption (denial of service), with a CVSS base score of 7.6.
CVSS v3.1 Vector Breakdown
Affected Vendors & Products
Exploit & PoC Resources
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Quick Facts
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Recommended Actions
- →Apply vendor patches immediately
- →Monitor CVE-2024-21985 in threat intel feeds
- →Review IDS/IPS signatures for exploitation attempts