CVE-2021-43046

Name: CVE-2021-43046
Creator: NVD / NIST
Published: 2021-11-16T18:15:07.79+00:00
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/zero/1.0/

HIGHCVSS 8.8/10EPSS 0.98%

Last modified Jun 17, 2026

CVE-2021-43046 is a high-severity vulnerability rated 8.8/10 on the CVSS scale. The Interior Server and Gateway Server components of TIBCO Software Inc.'s TIBCO PartnerExpress contain an easily exploitable vulnerability that allows an unauthenticated attacker with network access to obtain session tokens for the affected system. A successful attack using this vulnerability requires human interaction from a person other than the attacker. EPSS estimates a 0.98% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

The Interior Server and Gateway Server components of TIBCO Software Inc.'s TIBCO PartnerExpress contain an easily exploitable vulnerability that allows an unauthenticated attacker with network access to obtain session tokens for the affected system. A successful attack using this vulnerability requires human interaction from a person other than the attacker. Affected releases are TIBCO Software Inc.'s TIBCO PartnerExpress: versions 6.2.1 and below.

Metrics

CVSS 3.1

8.8/10

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

EPSS Probability

0.98%

57.7th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Affected Software

Vendor	Product	Versions
Tibco	Partnerexpress	<= 6.2.1

References

https://www.tibco.com/services/support/advisoriesVendor Advisory
https://www.tibco.com/support/advisories/2021/11/tibco-security-advisory-november-16-2021-tibco-partnerexpress-2021-43046Vendor Advisory
https://www.tibco.com/services/support/advisoriesVendor Advisory
https://www.tibco.com/support/advisories/2021/11/tibco-security-advisory-november-16-2021-tibco-partnerexpress-2021-43046Vendor Advisory

Timeline

Published: Nov 16, 2021
Last Modified: Jun 17, 2026
Status: Modified

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2021-43046?

How severe is CVE-2021-43046?

CVE-2021-43046 has a CVSS score of 8.8/10 (HIGH severity). The EPSS model estimates a 0.98% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

How do I fix CVE-2021-43046?

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