CVE-2021-34855

MEDIUM

Parallels Desktop 16.1.3 - Information Disclosure via Toolgate Uninitialized Memory

Title source: llm
STIX 2.1

Description

This vulnerability allows local attackers to disclose sensitive information on affected installations of Parallels Desktop 16.1.3 (49160). An attacker must first obtain the ability to execute low-privileged code on the target guest system in order to exploit this vulnerability. The specific flaw exists within the Toolgate component. The issue results from the lack of proper initialization of memory prior to accessing it. An attacker can leverage this in conjunction with other vulnerabilities to escalate privileges and execute arbitrary code in the context of the hypervisor. Was ZDI-CAN-13592.

References (2)

Core 2
Core References
Patch, Vendor Advisory x_refsource_misc
https://kb.parallels.com/125013
Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry x_refsource_misc
https://www.zerodayinitiative.com/advisories/ZDI-21-939/

Scores

CVSS v3 6.5
EPSS 0.0026
EPSS Percentile 17.0%
Attack Vector LOCAL
CVSS:3.1/AV:L/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:C/C:H/I:N/A:N

Details

CWE
CWE-908
Status published
Products (1)
parallels/parallels_desktop 16.1.3
Published Oct 25, 2021
Tracked Since Feb 18, 2026