CVE-2021-29740
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CVE-2021-29740 is a high-severity vulnerability rated 7.8/10 on the CVSS scale. IBM Spectrum Scale 5.0.0 through 5.0.5.6 and 5.1.0 through 5.1.0.3 system core component is affected by a format string security vulnerability. An attacker could execute arbitrary code in the context of process memory, potentially escalating their system privileges and taking control over the entire system with root access. EPSS estimates a 0.33% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
IBM Spectrum Scale 5.0.0 through 5.0.5.6 and 5.1.0 through 5.1.0.3 system core component is affected by a format string security vulnerability. An attacker could execute arbitrary code in the context of process memory, potentially escalating their system privileges and taking control over the entire system with root access. IBM X-Force ID: 201474.
Metrics
CVSS:3.1/AV:L/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Ibm | Spectrum Scale | >= 5.0.0.0, < 5.0.5.7 |
| Ibm | Spectrum Scale | >= 5.1.0, < 5.1.1.0 |
References
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/201474VDB Entry, Vendor Advisory
- https://www.ibm.com/support/pages/node/6457629Vendor Advisory
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/201474VDB Entry, Vendor Advisory
- https://www.ibm.com/support/pages/node/6457629Vendor Advisory
Timeline
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- Status
- Modified
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