CVE-2021-21315VulnerabilityPublished 01/18/2022Updated 10/24/2026

CVE-2021-21315: System Information Library for Node.JS Command Injection

Affects Npm package System Information Library for Node.JSSource CISA KEV

Severity

High

No CVSS score published yet

Exploitation: Actively exploited – in CISA KEV since 01/18/2022
KEV deadline: 02/01/2022
EPSS: 90.7% chance of exploitation in 30 days – higher than 99% of CVEs

What to do

CISA required action

Apply updates per vendor instructions.

nvd.nist.gov/vuln/detail/CVE-2021-21315 (opens in a new tab)

Description

CVE-2021-21315 is a command injection vulnerability in the System Information Library for Node.JS. An attacker can exploit the 'name' parameter by sending a malicious payload, resulting in remote code execution. This vulnerability has been exploited in the wild and is considered high severity.

Summary

The System Information Library for Node.JS contains a command injection vulnerability identified as CVE-2021-21315. The flaw allows an attacker to send a malicious payload targeting the 'name' parameter, which leads to remote code execution on the affected system. This vulnerability has been observed to be exploited in the wild, indicating active threat usage. The vulnerability is categorized under CWE-78 (Improper Neutralization of Special Elements used in an OS Command). No specific affected versions or patch information is provided in the available data.

Impact

Successful exploitation allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary commands on the affected system, potentially leading to full system compromise. The vulnerability has been exploited in the wild, confirming its practical impact and risk to affected environments.

Mitigation

Patch status is not yet confirmed — check the vendor advisory for current remediation guidance. Until an official fix is available, avoid using the vulnerable versions of the System Information Library for Node.JS or apply any recommended temporary mitigations from the vendor.

Weaknesses

CWE-78OS Command Injection (opens in a new tab)

What to do

Description

AnalysisAI-generated, updated 10/24/2026, 09:57:07 UTC

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