Weak Cryptographic Algorithm in IBM Spectrum Copy Data Management Affects Sensitive Data Security
CVE-2021-38947

5.9MEDIUM

Key Information:

Vendor
IBM
Status
Spectrum Copy Data Management
Vendor
CVE Published:
13 December 2021

Summary

IBM Spectrum Copy Data Management versions 2.2.13 and earlier are impacted by a vulnerability due to the utilization of cryptographic algorithms that do not meet expected strength standards. This weakness could potentially allow attackers to access and decrypt sensitive data, posing a significant risk to data security. Organizations using affected versions should review their implementations and consider applying security patches to mitigate potential threats.

Affected Version(s)

Spectrum Copy Data Management 2.2.13

References

https://www.ibm.com/support/pages/node/6525554
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https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/211242
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CVSS V3.1

Score:
5.9
Severity:
MEDIUM
Confidentiality:
High
Integrity:
None
Availability:
High
Attack Vector:
Network
Attack Complexity:
High
Privileges Required:
None
User Interaction:
None
Scope:
Unchanged

Timeline

  • Vulnerability published

  • Vulnerability Reserved

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