CWE
787 119
Advisory Published
Updated

CVE-2021-20494: Buffer Overflow

First published: Tue Jun 22 2021(Updated: )

IBM Security Identity Manager Adapters 6.0 and 7.0 are vulnerable to a heap based buffer overflow, caused by improper bounds. An authenticared user could overflow the buffer and cause the service to crash. IBM X-Force ID: 197882.

Credit: psirt@us.ibm.com

Affected SoftwareAffected VersionHow to fix
IBM Security Identity Manager Adapter=6.0.0.0
IBM Security Identity Manager Adapter=7.0.0.0

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • What is the severity of CVE-2021-20494?

    CVE-2021-20494 is classified with a high severity due to the risk of a heap-based buffer overflow.

  • How do I fix CVE-2021-20494?

    To fix CVE-2021-20494, it's recommended to upgrade to a patched version of IBM Security Identity Manager Adapter.

  • What versions of IBM Security Identity Manager Adapter are affected by CVE-2021-20494?

    CVE-2021-20494 affects IBM Security Identity Manager Adapter versions 6.0.0.0 and 7.0.0.0.

  • Who can exploit CVE-2021-20494?

    CVE-2021-20494 can be exploited by authenticated users to compromise the service.

  • What is the impact of CVE-2021-20494?

    The impact of CVE-2021-20494 includes a potential service crash due to a buffer overflow.

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