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CVE-2021-20402

2.7 · LOW

IBM Security Verify Information Queue 1.0.6 and 1.0.7 could allow a remote attacker to obtain sensitive information when a detailed technical error message is returned in the browser.

Published Feb 11, 2021CWE-209EPSS 1.01%

Overview

CVE-2021-20402 is a low-severity vulnerability. It was published on February 11, 2021 and has a CVSS 3.1 base score of 2.7 (LOW).

This vulnerability has a CVSS 3.1 base score of 2.7, rated LOW. It can be exploited remotely over the network. Some level of privileges is required for exploitation.

Technical description

IBM Security Verify Information Queue 1.0.6 and 1.0.7 could allow a remote attacker to obtain sensitive information when a detailed technical error message is returned in the browser. This information could be used in further attacks against the system. IBM X-Force ID: 196076.

Remediation

Check the references section for vendor advisories, patches, and mitigation guidance. If immediate patching is not possible, review the CVSS vector to understand the attack surface and apply compensating controls such as network segmentation or access restrictions.

References

Refexchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/196076Refwww.ibm.com/support/pages/node/6414361Refexchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/196076Refwww.ibm.com/support/pages/node/6414361

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Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2021-20402?

CVE-2021-20402 is a low-severity vulnerability. It was published on February 11, 2021 and has a CVSS 3.1 base score of 2.7 (LOW).

How severe is CVE-2021-20402?

This vulnerability has a CVSS 3.1 base score of 2.7, rated LOW. It can be exploited remotely over the network. Some level of privileges is required for exploitation.

How do I fix or remediate CVE-2021-20402?

Check the references section for vendor advisories, patches, and mitigation guidance. If immediate patching is not possible, review the CVSS vector to understand the attack surface and apply compensating controls such as network segmentation or access restrictions.

How can CyberStrike help with CVE-2021-20402?

CyberStrike is an open-source, AI-augmented pentesting engine. Rather than flag a version number, it tests whether an issue like CVE-2021-20402 is actually reachable in your own applications and APIs, then verifies each finding before reporting it. That tells you if the weakness is a real, exploitable risk in your environment or a false positive you can safely deprioritize.

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