CVE-2021-38894

Name: CVE-2021-38894
Creator: NVD / NIST
Published: 2022-01-10T14:10:20.41+00:00
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/zero/1.0/

LOWCVSS 2.7/10EPSS 0.94%

Last modified Jun 17, 2026

CVE-2021-38894 is a low-severity vulnerability rated 2.7/10 on the CVSS scale. IBM Security Verify 10.0.0, 10.0.1.0, and 10.0.2.0 could allow a remote attacker to obtain sensitive information when a detailed technical error message is returned in the browser. This information could be used in further attacks against the system. EPSS estimates a 0.94% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

IBM Security Verify 10.0.0, 10.0.1.0, and 10.0.2.0 could allow a remote attacker to obtain sensitive information when a detailed technical error message is returned in the browser. This information could be used in further attacks against the system. IBM X-Force ID: 209515.

Metrics

CVSS 3.1

2.7/10

CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:H/UI:N/S:U/C:L/I:N/A:N

EPSS Probability

0.94%

56.2th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Weakness Enumeration

CWE-209

Affected Software

Vendor	Product	Versions
Ibm	Security Verify Access	10.0.0
Ibm	Security Verify Access	10.0.1.0
Ibm	Security Verify Access	10.0.2.0

References

https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/209515VDB Entry, Vendor Advisory
https://www.ibm.com/support/pages/node/6538418Patch, Vendor Advisory
https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/209515VDB Entry, Vendor Advisory
https://www.ibm.com/support/pages/node/6538418Patch, Vendor Advisory

Timeline

Published: Jan 10, 2022
Last Modified: Jun 17, 2026
Status: Modified

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2021-38894?

How severe is CVE-2021-38894?

CVE-2021-38894 has a CVSS score of 2.7/10 (LOW severity). The EPSS model estimates a 0.94% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

How do I fix CVE-2021-38894?

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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Source: NVD / NIST