CVE-2021-29688

Name: CVE-2021-29688
Creator: NVD / NIST
Published: 2021-05-20T15:15:07.893+00:00
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/zero/1.0/

HIGHCVSS 7.5/10EPSS 2.04%

Last modified Jun 17, 2026

CVE-2021-29688 is a high-severity vulnerability rated 7.5/10 on the CVSS scale. IBM Security Identity Manager 7.0.2 could allow a remote attacker to obtain sensitive information when a detailed technical error message is returned in the browser. This information could be used in further attacks against the system. EPSS estimates a 2.04% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

IBM Security Identity Manager 7.0.2 could allow a remote attacker to obtain sensitive information when a detailed technical error message is returned in the browser. This information could be used in further attacks against the system. IBM X-Force ID: 200102.

Metrics

CVSS 3.1

7.5/10

CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:N/A:N

EPSS Probability

2.04%

78.7th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Weakness Enumeration

CWE-209

Affected Software

Vendor	Product	Versions
Ibm	Security Identity Manager	6.0.2
Ibm	Security Identity Manager	7.0.2

References

https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/200102VDB Entry, Vendor Advisory
https://www.ibm.com/support/pages/node/6454587Patch, Vendor Advisory
https://www.ibm.com/support/pages/node/6454605Patch, Vendor Advisory
https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/200102VDB Entry, Vendor Advisory
https://www.ibm.com/support/pages/node/6454587Patch, Vendor Advisory
https://www.ibm.com/support/pages/node/6454605Patch, Vendor Advisory

Timeline

Published: May 20, 2021
Last Modified: Jun 17, 2026
Status: Modified

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2021-29688?

How severe is CVE-2021-29688?

CVE-2021-29688 has a CVSS score of 7.5/10 (HIGH severity). The EPSS model estimates a 2.04% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

How do I fix CVE-2021-29688?

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.

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Source: NVD / NIST