Cross-Site Request Forgery Vulnerability in IBM Cognos Analytics
CVE-2021-20468

4.3MEDIUM

Key Information:

Vendor

IBM
Status
Cognos Analytics
Vendor
CVE Published:
1 September 2022

What is CVE-2021-20468?

IBM Cognos Analytics versions 11.1.7, 11.2.0, and 11.2.1 are exposed to a cross-site request forgery (CSRF) vulnerability. This security flaw allows attackers to send unauthorized actions by exploiting a trusted user's session. If successfully executed, it could lead to unauthorized system commands being carried out, potentially compromising sensitive data and functions. It is essential for users of the affected versions to apply the recommended security patches to mitigate the risks associated with this vulnerability.

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Affected Version(s)

Cognos Analytics 11.2.0

Cognos Analytics 11.1.7

Cognos Analytics 11.2.1

References

https://www.ibm.com/support/pages/node/6615285
https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/196825
vdb-entry
https://security.netapp.com/advisory/ntap-20221014-0005/

CVSS V3.1

Score:
4.3
Severity:
MEDIUM
Confidentiality:
None
Integrity:
Low
Availability:
None
Attack Vector:
Network
Attack Complexity:
Low
Privileges Required:
None
User Interaction:
Required
Scope:
Unchanged

Timeline

  • Vulnerability published

  • Vulnerability Reserved

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