Heap-Based Buffer Overflow Vulnerability in IBM Security Identity Manager Adapters
CVE-2021-20494

6.5MEDIUM

Key Information:

Vendor

IBM
Status
Security Identity Manager Adapters
Vendor
CVE Published:
28 June 2021

What is CVE-2021-20494?

IBM Security Identity Manager Adapters versions 6.0 and 7.0 exhibit a heap-based buffer overflow vulnerability due to improper boundary checks. An authenticated user could exploit this weakness, leading to a potential service disruption by causing the application to crash. Organizations using these versions should review their security measures to mitigate risks associated with this vulnerability.

Affected Version(s)

Security Identity Manager Adapters 6.0

Security Identity Manager Adapters 7.0

References

https://www.ibm.com/support/pages/node/6465875
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https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/197882
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CVSS V3.1

Score:
6.5
Severity:
MEDIUM
Confidentiality:
None
Integrity:
None
Availability:
None
Attack Vector:
Network
Attack Complexity:
Low
Privileges Required:
Low
User Interaction:
None
Scope:
Unchanged

Timeline

  • Vulnerability published

  • Vulnerability Reserved

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