Insecure API Key Generation in NAAS 3.x by F5 Networks
CVE-2021-23020

5.5MEDIUM

Key Information:

Vendor

F5
Status
Nginx Controller
Vendor
CVE Published:
1 June 2021

What is CVE-2021-23020?

The NAAS 3.x versions prior to 3.10.0 exhibit a vulnerability where API keys are generated using an insecure pseudo-random string and hashing algorithm. This flaw could lead to predictable keys, potentially allowing unauthorized access and compromising the integrity of applications relying on these API keys.

Affected Version(s)

Nginx Controller “3.x before 3.10.0”

References

https://support.f5.com/csp/article/K45263486
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CVSS V3.1

Score:
5.5
Severity:
MEDIUM
Confidentiality:
High
Integrity:
None
Availability:
High
Attack Vector:
Local
Attack Complexity:
Low
Privileges Required:
Low
User Interaction:
None
Scope:
Unchanged

Timeline

  • Vulnerability published

  • Vulnerability Reserved

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