CVE-2021-40329
CRITICALCVSS 9.8/10EPSS 1.11%
Last modified
CVE-2021-40329 is a critical-severity vulnerability rated 9.8/10 on the CVSS scale. The Authentication API in Ping Identity PingFederate before 10.3 mishandles certain aspects of external password management.. EPSS estimates a 1.11% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
The Authentication API in Ping Identity PingFederate before 10.3 mishandles certain aspects of external password management.
Metrics
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Pingidentity | Pingfederate | < 10.3 |
References
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2021-40329?
The Authentication API in Ping Identity PingFederate before 10.3 mishandles certain aspects of external password management.
How severe is CVE-2021-40329?
CVE-2021-40329 has a CVSS score of 9.8/10 (CRITICAL severity). The EPSS model estimates a 1.11% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2021-40329?
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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