CVE-2021-29873
HIGHCVSS 8.1/10EPSS 1.48%
Last modified
CVE-2021-29873 is a high-severity vulnerability rated 8.1/10 on the CVSS scale. IBM Flash System 900 could allow an authenticated attacker to obtain sensitive information and cause a denial of service due to a restricted shell escape vulnerability. IBM X-Force ID: 206229.. EPSS estimates a 1.48% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
IBM Flash System 900 could allow an authenticated attacker to obtain sensitive information and cause a denial of service due to a restricted shell escape vulnerability. IBM X-Force ID: 206229.
Metrics
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:N/A:H
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Ibm | Spectrum Virtualize | >= 7.8.0.0, < 8.4.0.0 |
| Ibm | Spectrum Virtualize For Public Cloud | >= 7.8.0.0, < 8.4.0.0 |
| Ibm | Storwize V3500 Software | >= 7.8.0.0, < 8.4.0.0 |
| Ibm | Storwize V3700 Software | >= 7.8.0.0, < 8.4.0.0 |
| Ibm | Storwize V5000 Software | >= 7.8.0.0, < 8.4.0.0 |
| Ibm | Storwize V5100 Software | >= 7.8.0.0, < 8.4.0.0 |
| Ibm | Storwize V7000 Software | >= 7.8.0.0, < 8.4.0.0 |
| Ibm | San Volume Controller Firmware | >= 7.8.0.0, < 8.4.0.0 |
| Ibm | Flashsystem 9100 Firmware | >= 7.8.0.0, < 8.4.0.0 |
| Ibm | Flashsystem 9000 Firmware | >= 7.8.0.0, < 8.4.0.0 |
References
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/206229VDB Entry, Vendor Advisory
- https://www.ibm.com/support/pages/node/6497111Patch, Vendor Advisory
- https://www.ibm.com/support/pages/node/6507091Patch, Vendor Advisory
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/206229VDB Entry, Vendor Advisory
- https://www.ibm.com/support/pages/node/6497111Patch, Vendor Advisory
- https://www.ibm.com/support/pages/node/6507091Patch, Vendor Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2021-29873?
IBM Flash System 900 could allow an authenticated attacker to obtain sensitive information and cause a denial of service due to a restricted shell escape vulnerability. IBM X-Force ID: 206229.
How severe is CVE-2021-29873?
CVE-2021-29873 has a CVSS score of 8.1/10 (HIGH severity). The EPSS model estimates a 1.48% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2021-29873?
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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