Hard-coded Credential Vulnerability in IBM Sterling Secure Proxy
CVE-2021-29728

4.9MEDIUM

Key Information:

Vendor

IBM
Status
Sterling Secure Proxy
Vendor
CVE Published:
30 August 2021

What is CVE-2021-29728?

IBM Sterling Secure Proxy versions 6.0.1, 6.0.2, 2.4.3.2, and 3.4.3.2 contain a vulnerability due to the presence of hard-coded credentials. These credentials are used for managing inbound authentication, enabling outbound communication to external components, and encrypting internal data. This flaw exposes sensitive information, posing significant risks to the integrity and confidentiality of the system.

Affected Version(s)

Sterling Secure Proxy 3.4.3.2

Sterling Secure Proxy 2.4.3.2

Sterling Secure Proxy 6.0.1

References

https://www.ibm.com/support/pages/node/6484681
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https://www.ibm.com/support/pages/node/6484685
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https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/201160
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CVSS V3.1

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

Timeline

  • Vulnerability published

  • Vulnerability Reserved

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