CVE-2021-20574

Description

IBM Security Identity Manager Adapters 6.0 and 7.0 could allow a remote authenticated attacker to conduct an LDAP injection. By using a specially crafted request, an attacker could exploit this vulnerability and takeover other accounts. IBM X-Force ID: 199252.

Category

8.8
CVSS
Severity: High
CVSS 3.1 •
CVSS 3.0 •
CVSS 2.0 •
EPSS 1.30% Top 25%
Vendor Advisory ibm.com
Affected: IBM Security Identity Manager Adapters
Published at:
Updated at:

References

Link Tags
https://www.ibm.com/support/pages/node/6465875 patch vendor advisory
https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/199252 vdb entry

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2021-20574?
CVE-2021-20574 has been scored as a high severity vulnerability.
How to fix CVE-2021-20574?
To fix CVE-2021-20574, 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-2021-20574 being actively exploited in the wild?
It is possible that CVE-2021-20574 is being exploited or will be exploited in a near future based on public information. According to its EPSS score, there is a ~1% probability that this vulnerability will be exploited by malicious actors in the next 30 days.
What software or system is affected by CVE-2021-20574?
CVE-2021-20574 affects IBM Security Identity Manager Adapters.
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