Stack-based Buffer Overflow in IBM Spectrum Protect Server
CVE-2021-20491

4.4MEDIUM

Key Information:

Vendor
IBM
Vendor
CVE Published:
16 April 2021

Summary

IBM Spectrum Protect Server versions 7.1 and 8.1 have been identified with a stack-based buffer overflow due to improper bounds checking during command parsing. An authorized administrator can exploit this vulnerability by issuing specially crafted commands with incorrect parameters, resulting in a buffer overflow that may lead to the server crashing. This vulnerability poses a significant risk to system stability and integrity, necessitating prompt attention from administrators.

Affected Version(s)

Spectrum Protect Server 8.1

Spectrum Protect Server 7.1

References

CVSS V3.1

Score:
4.4
Severity:
MEDIUM
Confidentiality:
None
Integrity:
None
Availability:
None
Attack Vector:
Local
Attack Complexity:
Low
Privileges Required:
High
User Interaction:
None
Scope:
Unchanged

Timeline

  • Vulnerability published

  • Vulnerability Reserved

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