CVE-2021-38950
HIGHCVSS 7.8/10EPSS 0.23%
Last modified
CVE-2021-38950 is a high-severity vulnerability rated 7.8/10 on the CVSS scale. IBM MQ on HPE NonStop 8.0.4 and 8.1.0 is vulnerable to a privilege escalation attack when SharedBindingsUserId is set to effective. IBM X-ForceID: 211404.. EPSS estimates a 0.23% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
IBM MQ on HPE NonStop 8.0.4 and 8.1.0 is vulnerable to a privilege escalation attack when SharedBindingsUserId is set to effective. IBM X-ForceID: 211404.
Metrics
CVSS:3.1/AV:L/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Ibm | Mq For Hpe Nonstop | 8.0.4 |
| Ibm | Mq For Hpe Nonstop | 8.1.0 |
References
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/211404VDB Entry, Vendor Advisory
- https://www.ibm.com/support/pages/node/6525810Patch, Vendor Advisory
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/211404VDB Entry, Vendor Advisory
- https://www.ibm.com/support/pages/node/6525810Patch, Vendor Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2021-38950?
IBM MQ on HPE NonStop 8.0.4 and 8.1.0 is vulnerable to a privilege escalation attack when SharedBindingsUserId is set to effective. IBM X-ForceID: 211404.
How severe is CVE-2021-38950?
CVE-2021-38950 has a CVSS score of 7.8/10 (HIGH severity). The EPSS model estimates a 0.23% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2021-38950?
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.
Are you affected by CVE-2021-38950?
Run a free Strix scan to check your systems for this vulnerability.
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