CVE-2021-39086

Name: CVE-2021-39086
Creator: NVD / NIST
Published: 2022-08-16T19:15:08.433+00:00
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/zero/1.0/

MEDIUMCVSS 5.3/10EPSS 0.78%

Last modified Jun 17, 2026

CVE-2021-39086 is a medium-severity vulnerability rated 5.3/10 on the CVSS scale. IBM Sterling File Gateway 6.0.0.0 through 6.0.3.5, 6.1.0.0 through 6.1.0.4, and 6.1.1.0 through 6.1.1.1 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 0.78% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

IBM Sterling File Gateway 6.0.0.0 through 6.0.3.5, 6.1.0.0 through 6.1.0.4, and 6.1.1.0 through 6.1.1.1 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: 215889.

Metrics

CVSS 3.1

5.3/10

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

EPSS Probability

0.78%

51.2th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Weakness Enumeration

CWE-209

Affected Software

Vendor	Product	Versions
Ibm	Sterling File Gateway	>= 6.0.0.0, < 6.0.3.6
Ibm	Sterling File Gateway	>= 6.1.0.0, < 6.1.0.5
Ibm	Sterling File Gateway	>= 6.1.1.0, < 6.1.1.2

References

https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/215889VDB Entry, Vendor Advisory
https://www.ibm.com/support/pages/node/6612537Vendor Advisory
https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/215889VDB Entry, Vendor Advisory
https://www.ibm.com/support/pages/node/6612537Vendor Advisory

Timeline

Published: Aug 16, 2022
Last Modified: Jun 17, 2026
Status: Modified

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2021-39086?

How severe is CVE-2021-39086?

CVE-2021-39086 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-2021-39086?

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