CVE-2021-29725
HIGHCVSS 7.5/10EPSS 2.94%
Last modified
CVE-2021-29725 is a high-severity vulnerability rated 7.5/10 on the CVSS scale. IBM Secure External Authentication Server 2.4.3.2, 6.0.1, 6.0.2 and IBM Secure Proxy 3.4.3.2, 6.0.1, 6.0.2 could allow a remote user to consume resources causing a denial of service due to a resource leak.. EPSS estimates a 2.94% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
IBM Secure External Authentication Server 2.4.3.2, 6.0.1, 6.0.2 and IBM Secure Proxy 3.4.3.2, 6.0.1, 6.0.2 could allow a remote user to consume resources causing a denial of service due to a resource leak.
Metrics
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:N/I:N/A:H
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Ibm | Secure External Authentication Server | 2.4.3.2 |
| Ibm | Secure External Authentication Server | 6.0.1 |
| Ibm | Secure External Authentication Server | 6.0.2 |
| 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/201102VDB Entry, Vendor Advisory
- https://www.ibm.com/support/pages/node/6471577Patch, Vendor Advisory
- https://www.ibm.com/support/pages/node/6471615Patch, Vendor Advisory
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/201102VDB Entry, Vendor Advisory
- https://www.ibm.com/support/pages/node/6471577Patch, Vendor Advisory
- https://www.ibm.com/support/pages/node/6471615Patch, Vendor Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2021-29725?
IBM Secure External Authentication Server 2.4.3.2, 6.0.1, 6.0.2 and IBM Secure Proxy 3.4.3.2, 6.0.1, 6.0.2 could allow a remote user to consume resources causing a denial of service due to a resource leak.
How severe is CVE-2021-29725?
CVE-2021-29725 has a CVSS score of 7.5/10 (HIGH severity). The EPSS model estimates a 2.94% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2021-29725?
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.
How Strix Helps
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