CVE-2021-38939
MEDIUMCVSS 5.3/10EPSS 0.78%
Last modified
CVE-2021-38939 is a medium-severity vulnerability rated 5.3/10 on the CVSS scale. IBM QRadar SIEM 7.3, 7.4, and 7.5 stores potentially sensitive information in log files that could be read by an user with access to creating domains. IBM X-Force ID: 211037.. EPSS estimates a 0.78% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
IBM QRadar SIEM 7.3, 7.4, and 7.5 stores potentially sensitive information in log files that could be read by an user with access to creating domains. IBM X-Force ID: 211037.
Metrics
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:L/I:N/A:N
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Ibm | Qradar Security Information And Event Manager | >= 7.3.0, < 7.3.3 |
| Ibm | Qradar Security Information And Event Manager | >= 7.4.0, < 7.4.3 |
| Ibm | Qradar Security Information And Event Manager | 7.3.3 |
| Ibm | Qradar Security Information And Event Manager | 7.4.3 |
| Ibm | Qradar Security Information And Event Manager | 7.5.0 |
References
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/211037VDB Entry, Vendor Advisory
- https://www.ibm.com/support/pages/node/6574787Patch, Vendor Advisory
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/211037VDB Entry, Vendor Advisory
- https://www.ibm.com/support/pages/node/6574787Patch, Vendor Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2021-38939?
IBM QRadar SIEM 7.3, 7.4, and 7.5 stores potentially sensitive information in log files that could be read by an user with access to creating domains. IBM X-Force ID: 211037.
How severe is CVE-2021-38939?
CVE-2021-38939 has a CVSS score of 5.3/10 (MEDIUM severity). The EPSS model estimates a 0.78% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2021-38939?
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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