CVE-2021-20474
HIGHCVSS 7.5/10EPSS 0.48%
Last modified
CVE-2021-20474 is a high-severity vulnerability rated 7.5/10 on the CVSS scale. IBM Guardium Data Encryption (GDE) 3.0.0.2 and 4.0.0.4 does not perform any authentication for functionality that requires a provable user identity or consumes a significant amount of resources.. EPSS estimates a 0.48% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
IBM Guardium Data Encryption (GDE) 3.0.0.2 and 4.0.0.4 does not perform any authentication for functionality that requires a provable user identity or consumes a significant amount of resources.
Metrics
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:N/I:H/A:N
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Ibm | Guardium Data Encryption | 3.0.0.2 |
| Ibm | Guardium Data Encryption | 4.0.0.4 |
References
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/196945VDB Entry, Vendor Advisory
- https://www.ibm.com/support/pages/node/6469407Patch, Vendor Advisory
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/196945VDB Entry, Vendor Advisory
- https://www.ibm.com/support/pages/node/6469407Patch, Vendor Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2021-20474?
IBM Guardium Data Encryption (GDE) 3.0.0.2 and 4.0.0.4 does not perform any authentication for functionality that requires a provable user identity or consumes a significant amount of resources.
How severe is CVE-2021-20474?
CVE-2021-20474 has a CVSS score of 7.5/10 (HIGH severity). The EPSS model estimates a 0.48% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2021-20474?
Check the vendor references and advisories linked above for patched versions and mitigation guidance. You can also run a Strix scan to test if your systems are affected.
Are you affected by CVE-2021-20474?
Run a free Strix scan to check your systems for this vulnerability.
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