CVE-2021-20488: High severity ibm security identity manager vulnerability

Published Jun 16, 2021

Updated

IBM Security Identity Manager 6.0.2 could allow an authenticated malicious user to change the passwords of other users in the Windows AD environment when IBM Security Identity Manager Windows Password Synch Plug-in is deployed and configured. IBM X-Force ID: 197789.

Affected Software

5 affected components

IBM Security Identity Manager=6.0.2

IBM AIX

Linux Linux kernel

Microsoft Windows

Oracle Solaris

Remediation

Patch Available

https://www.ibm.com/support/pages/node/6464081

Event History

Jun 16, 2021

CVE Published

via MITRE·04:15 PM

Data Sourced

via MITRE·04:15 PM

DescriptionSeverityWeakness

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the vulnerability ID for this issue?

The vulnerability ID for this issue is CVE-2021-20488.

What is the severity level of CVE-2021-20488?

The severity level of CVE-2021-20488 is high, with a CVSS score of 6.5.

Which version of IBM Security Identity Manager is affected by CVE-2021-20488?

IBM Security Identity Manager version 6.0.2 is affected by CVE-2021-20488.

Can an authenticated malicious user change the passwords of other users in the Windows AD environment with this vulnerability?

Yes, an authenticated malicious user can change the passwords of other users in the Windows AD environment when IBM Security Identity Manager Windows Password Synch Plug-in is deployed and configured.

Where can I find more information about CVE-2021-20488?

You can find more information about CVE-2021-20488 on the IBM X-Force ID page (https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/197789) and the IBM Support page (https://www.ibm.com/support/pages/node/6464081).