CVE-2021-22893: Ivanti Pulse Connect Secure Use-After-Free Vulnerability
Description
CVE-2021-22893 is a use-after-free vulnerability in Ivanti Pulse Connect Secure that allows remote, unauthenticated attackers to execute code via license services. This vulnerability has been exploited in the wild and is known to have been used in ransomware campaigns. The affected product is Ivanti Pulse Connect Secure. No specific affected versions or patch information is provided in the input data.
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Technical Analysis
Ivanti Pulse Connect Secure contains a use-after-free vulnerability (CVE-2021-22893) that enables remote, unauthenticated attackers to execute arbitrary code through the license services component. This vulnerability has been observed to be exploited in the wild and has been linked to ransomware campaigns. The input data does not specify affected versions or patch availability.
Potential Impact
Successful exploitation allows remote, unauthenticated attackers to execute arbitrary code on vulnerable Ivanti Pulse Connect Secure systems. This can lead to full system compromise and has been leveraged in ransomware attacks, indicating significant operational and security impact.
Mitigation Recommendations
Patch status is not yet confirmed — check the vendor advisory for current remediation guidance. Due to the critical nature and active exploitation, organizations should monitor Ivanti's official advisories for updates and apply patches or mitigations as soon as they become available.
Threat ID: 6adc6f613fe894698b2dda38
Added to database: 10/24/2026, 08:42:09 UTC
Last enriched: 10/24/2026, 08:56:45 UTC
Last updated: 10/24/2026, 09:30:24 UTC
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