CVE-2021-20440

Description

IBM API Connect 10.0.0.0, and 2018.4.1.0 through 2018.4.1.13 does not restrict member registration to the intended recepient. An attacker who is a valid user in the user registry used by API Manager can use a stolen invitation link and register themselves as a member of an API provider organization. IBM X-Force ID: 196536.

4.3

CVSS

Severity: Medium

CVSS 3.1 •

CVSS 3.0 •

CVSS 2.0 •

EPSS 0.18%

Vendor Advisory ibmcloud.com Vendor Advisory ibm.com

Affected: IBM API Connect

References

Link	Tags
https://www.ibm.com/support/pages/node/6430107	vendor advisory
https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/196536	vdb entry vendor advisory

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2021-20440?: CVE-2021-20440 has been scored as a medium severity vulnerability.
How to fix CVE-2021-20440?: To fix CVE-2021-20440, make sure you are using an up-to-date version of the affected component(s) by checking the vendor release notes. As for now, there are no other specific guidelines available.
Is CVE-2021-20440 being actively exploited in the wild?: As for now, there are no information to confirm that CVE-2021-20440 is being actively exploited. According to its EPSS score, there is a ~0% probability that this vulnerability will be exploited by malicious actors in the next 30 days.
What software or system is affected by CVE-2021-20440?: CVE-2021-20440 affects IBM API Connect.

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