CVE-2021-27651
In versions 8.2.1 through 8.5.2 of Pega Infinity, the password reset functionality for local accounts can be used to bypass local authentication checks.
- Published
- Apr 29, 2021
- Updated
- Aug 3, 2024
- Assigning CNA
- Pega
- Evidence observed
- Aug 8, 2026
Primary CVSS
nvd · CVSS 3.1
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:HHigh · next 30 days
- Percentile
- 99.0%
- Model date
- Oct 18, 2026
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Summary
In versions 8.2.1 through 8.5.2 of Pega Infinity, the password reset functionality for local accounts can be used to bypass local authentication checks.
Sources
http/cves/2021/CVE-2021-27651.yaml
Nuclei TemplatesDeclared conditions
- network: http($.protocol_keys)
- verification: dsl,status,word($.matchers[*].type)
bypass all stages of the password reset flow
- CVE-2021-27651-PoCExploit
RCE for Pega Infinity >= 8.2.1, Pega Infinity <= 8.5.2
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