CVE-2021-29723
HIGHCVSS 7.5/10EPSS 0.92%
Last modified
CVE-2021-29723 is a high-severity vulnerability rated 7.5/10 on the CVSS scale. IBM Sterling Secure Proxy 6.0.1, 6.0.2, 2.4.3.2, and 3.4.3.2 uses weaker than expected cryptographic algorithms that could allow an attacker to decrypt highly sensitive information. IBM X-ForceID: 201100.. EPSS estimates a 0.92% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
IBM Sterling Secure Proxy 6.0.1, 6.0.2, 2.4.3.2, and 3.4.3.2 uses weaker than expected cryptographic algorithms that could allow an attacker to decrypt highly sensitive information. IBM X-ForceID: 201100.
Metrics
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:N/A:N
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Ibm | Sterling External Authentication Server | 2.4.3.2 |
| Ibm | Sterling External Authentication Server | 6.0.1.0 |
| Ibm | Sterling External Authentication Server | 6.0.2.0 |
| Ibm | Sterling Secure Proxy | 3.4.3.2 |
| Ibm | Sterling Secure Proxy | 6.0.1 |
| Ibm | Sterling Secure Proxy | 6.0.2 |
References
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/201100VDB Entry, Vendor Advisory
- https://www.ibm.com/support/pages/node/6484681Patch, Vendor Advisory
- https://www.ibm.com/support/pages/node/6484685Patch, Vendor Advisory
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/201100VDB Entry, Vendor Advisory
- https://www.ibm.com/support/pages/node/6484681Patch, Vendor Advisory
- https://www.ibm.com/support/pages/node/6484685Patch, Vendor Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2021-29723?
IBM Sterling Secure Proxy 6.0.1, 6.0.2, 2.4.3.2, and 3.4.3.2 uses weaker than expected cryptographic algorithms that could allow an attacker to decrypt highly sensitive information. IBM X-ForceID: 201100.
How severe is CVE-2021-29723?
CVE-2021-29723 has a CVSS score of 7.5/10 (HIGH severity). The EPSS model estimates a 0.92% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2021-29723?
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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