Format String Vulnerability in IBM Spectrum Scale Product
CVE-2021-29740

8.4HIGH

Key Information:

Vendor
IBM
Status
Spectrum Scale
Vendor
CVE Published:
1 June 2021

Summary

IBM Spectrum Scale versions 5.0.0 to 5.0.5.6 and 5.1.0 to 5.1.0.3 have a security flaw related to format string vulnerabilities in the system core component. This weakness allows attackers to potentially execute arbitrary code. If successfully exploited, an attacker could escalate privileges within the system, leading to unauthorized control and root access. Such vulnerabilities underscore the importance of prompt updates and patches to safeguard critical systems.

Affected Version(s)

Spectrum Scale 5.0.0

Spectrum Scale 5.1.0

Spectrum Scale 5.0.5.6

References

https://www.ibm.com/support/pages/node/6457629
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https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/201474
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CVSS V3.1

Score:
8.4
Severity:
HIGH
Confidentiality:
High
Integrity:
High
Availability:
High
Attack Vector:
Local
Attack Complexity:
Low
Privileges Required:
None
User Interaction:
None
Scope:
Unchanged

Timeline

  • Vulnerability published

  • Vulnerability Reserved

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