CVE-2021-39077
MEDIUMCVSS 4.4/10EPSS 0.13%
Last modified
CVE-2021-39077 is a medium-severity vulnerability rated 4.4/10 on the CVSS scale. IBM Security Guardium 10.5, 10.6, 11.0, 11.1, 11.2, 11.3, and 11.4 stores user credentials in plain clear text which can be read by a local privileged user. IBM X-Force ID: 215587.. EPSS estimates a 0.13% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
IBM Security Guardium 10.5, 10.6, 11.0, 11.1, 11.2, 11.3, and 11.4 stores user credentials in plain clear text which can be read by a local privileged user. IBM X-Force ID: 215587.
Metrics
CVSS:3.1/AV:L/AC:L/PR:H/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:N/A:N
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Ibm | Security Guardium | >= 11.0, <= 11.4 |
| Ibm | Security Guardium | 10.5 |
| Ibm | Security Guardium | 10.6 |
References
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/215587VDB Entry, Vendor Advisory
- https://www.ibm.com/support/pages/node/6831647Patch, Vendor Advisory
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/215587VDB Entry, Vendor Advisory
- https://www.ibm.com/support/pages/node/6831647Patch, Vendor Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2021-39077?
IBM Security Guardium 10.5, 10.6, 11.0, 11.1, 11.2, 11.3, and 11.4 stores user credentials in plain clear text which can be read by a local privileged user. IBM X-Force ID: 215587.
How severe is CVE-2021-39077?
CVE-2021-39077 has a CVSS score of 4.4/10 (MEDIUM severity). The EPSS model estimates a 0.13% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2021-39077?
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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