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CVE-2021-20435

5.5 · MEDIUM

IBM Security Verify Bridge 1.0.5.0 does not properly validate a certificate which could allow a local attacker to obtain sensitive information that could aid in further attacks against the system.

Published Sep 23, 2021CWE-295EPSS 0.13%

Overview

CVE-2021-20435 is a medium-severity vulnerability. It was published on September 23, 2021 and has a CVSS 3.1 base score of 5.5 (MEDIUM).

This vulnerability has a CVSS 3.1 base score of 5.5, rated MEDIUM. It requires local or adjacent network access to exploit. Some level of privileges is required for exploitation.

Technical description

IBM Security Verify Bridge 1.0.5.0 does not properly validate a certificate which could allow a local attacker to obtain sensitive information that could aid in further attacks against the system. IBM X-Force ID: 196355.

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.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2021-20435?

CVE-2021-20435 is a medium-severity vulnerability. It was published on September 23, 2021 and has a CVSS 3.1 base score of 5.5 (MEDIUM).

How severe is CVE-2021-20435?

This vulnerability has a CVSS 3.1 base score of 5.5, rated MEDIUM. It requires local or adjacent network access to exploit. Some level of privileges is required for exploitation.

How do I fix or remediate CVE-2021-20435?

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.

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