CVE-2021-29754
HIGHCVSS 8.8/10EPSS 0.74%
Last modified
CVE-2021-29754 is a high-severity vulnerability rated 8.8/10 on the CVSS scale. IBM WebSphere Application Server 7.0, 8.0, 8.5, and 9.0 is vulnerable to a privilege escalation vulnerability when using the SAML Web Inbound Trust Association Interceptor (TAI). IBM X-Force ID: 202006.. EPSS estimates a 0.74% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
IBM WebSphere Application Server 7.0, 8.0, 8.5, and 9.0 is vulnerable to a privilege escalation vulnerability when using the SAML Web Inbound Trust Association Interceptor (TAI). IBM X-Force ID: 202006.
Metrics
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Ibm | Websphere Application Server | >= 7.0.0.0, < 7.0.0.45 |
| Ibm | Websphere Application Server | >= 8.0.0.0, < 8.0.0.15 |
| Ibm | Websphere Application Server | >= 8.5.0.0, < 8.5.5.20 |
| Ibm | Websphere Application Server | >= 9.0.0.0, < 9.0.5.8 |
References
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/202006VDB Entry, Vendor Advisory
- https://www.ibm.com/support/pages/node/6462627Vendor Advisory
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/202006VDB Entry, Vendor Advisory
- https://www.ibm.com/support/pages/node/6462627Vendor Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2021-29754?
IBM WebSphere Application Server 7.0, 8.0, 8.5, and 9.0 is vulnerable to a privilege escalation vulnerability when using the SAML Web Inbound Trust Association Interceptor (TAI). IBM X-Force ID: 202006.
How severe is CVE-2021-29754?
CVE-2021-29754 has a CVSS score of 8.8/10 (HIGH severity). The EPSS model estimates a 0.74% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2021-29754?
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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