Directory Traversal Vulnerability in IBM Host Firmware for LC-Class Systems
CVE-2021-29695

4.9MEDIUM

Key Information:

Vendor
IBM
Status
8335-gtb
8335-gta
8335-gca
Vendor
CVE Published:
25 May 2021

Summary

The IBM Host firmware for LC-class Systems is susceptible to directory traversal attacks, which could enable a remote attacker to manipulate file paths. This exploit allows unauthorized deletion of arbitrary files on the affected systems via specially-crafted URL requests, posing a significant risk to system integrity and security.

Affected Version(s)

8335-GCA OP820

8335-GTA OP820

8335-GTB OP820

References

https://www.ibm.com/support/pages/node/6454303
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https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/200558
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CVSS V3.1

Score:
4.9
Severity:
MEDIUM
Confidentiality:
None
Integrity:
High
Availability:
None
Attack Vector:
Network
Attack Complexity:
Low
Privileges Required:
High
User Interaction:
None
Scope:
Unchanged

Timeline

  • Vulnerability published

  • Vulnerability Reserved

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