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CVE-2021-30121: Kaseya VSA LFI Vulnerability Exploitation (CVE-2021-30121)

The short version: Semi-authenticated local file inclusion The contents of arbitrary files can be returned by the webserver Example request: https://x.x.x.x/KLC/js/Kaseya.SB.JS/js.aspx?path=C:\Kaseya\WebPages\dl.asp A valid sessionId is required but can be easily obtained via CVE-2021-30118. BreachRisk discovers exposed instances from your attack surface and flags this finding so you can prioritize by real-world breach risk.

At a glance

FactDetail
Our severity takeModerate — BreachRisk score 5.3 (impact 2, likelihood 4)
CVSS v3.1 (NVD)Unknown at time of writing
In CISA KEV?Unknown at time of writing — check the KEV catalog
Known exploited?Unknown at time of writing
Requires authenticated session?Unknown at time of writing
CVECVE-2021-30121

What you need to know

Exposed Kaseya VSA Server appears vulnerable to exploitation of file upload vulnerability (CVE-2021-30121).

  • How they find it — internet-facing exposure of the affected product is discoverable by routine scanning.
  • How they use it — attackers exploit the vulnerability against reachable instances.
  • What it leads to — compromise of the affected service and, depending on placement, a foothold for further movement.

How serious we see it

Moderate — based on BreachRisk impact and likelihood scoring for this threat definition (score 5.3/9). Treat internet-facing instances as priority; confirm exposure and patch status before assuming you're clear.

Recommendations

  1. Apply security update to exposed Kaseya VSA Server.
  2. Restrict access to affected Kaseya instances to only trusted IP addresses.

How BreachRisk sees it

BreachRisk discovers internet-facing assets tied to this threat, fingerprints the product where possible, and flags exposure for CVE-2021-30121. Where authorized, it can go beyond detection with a bounded, non-disruptive check rather than leaving you with a maybe. Continuous outside-in coverage means the exposed service is already on your radar ranked by how it actually gets used against you.

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