CVE-2021-38956: Infoleak

Published Sep 14, 2021
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Updated

IBM Security Verify 10.0.0, 10.0.1.0, and 10.0.2.0 could disclose sensitive version information in HTTP response headers that could aid in further attacks against the system. IBM X-Force ID: 212038

Other sources

IBM Security Verify could disclose sensitive version information in HTTP response headers that could aid in further attacks against the system.

IBM

Affected Software

4 affected components
IBM Security Verify Access<=10.0.0
IBM Security Verify Access=10.0.0
IBM Security Verify Access=10.0.1.0
IBM Security Verify Access=10.0.2.0

Event History

Sep 14, 2021
CVE Published
via IBM·12:00 AM
Jan 7, 2022
CVE Published
via MITRE·05:55 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·05:55 PM
DescriptionSeverityWeakness

Parent advisories

This vulnerability appears in the following advisories.

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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the vulnerability ID of this vulnerability?

The vulnerability ID of this vulnerability is CVE-2021-38956.

2

What is the severity rating of CVE-2021-38956?

The severity rating of CVE-2021-38956 is medium with a value of 5.3.

3

How does CVE-2021-38956 affect IBM Security Verify Access?

CVE-2021-38956 may disclose sensitive version information in HTTP response headers, which could aid in further attacks against the system.

4

Which versions of IBM Security Verify Access are affected by CVE-2021-38956?

IBM Security Verify Access versions 10.0.0, 10.0.1.0, and 10.0.2.0 are affected by CVE-2021-38956.

5

How can I fix CVE-2021-38956 in IBM Security Verify Access?

IBM has not provided a specific fix for CVE-2021-38956, but recommends applying the latest patches and updates for IBM Security Verify Access to mitigate the vulnerability.

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