CVE-2021-20564
First published: Wed Apr 28 2021(Updated: )
IBM Cloud Pak for Security (CP4S) 1.4.0.0, 1.5.0.0, 1.5.0.1, 1.6.0.0, and 1.6.0.1 could allow a remote attacker to obtain sensitive information, caused by the failure to properly enable HTTP Strict Transport Security. An attacker could exploit this vulnerability to obtain sensitive information using man in the middle techniques. IBM X-Force ID: 199235.
Credit: psirt@us.ibm.com
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| IBM Cloud Pak for Security | =1.4.0.0 | |
| IBM Cloud Pak for Security | =1.5.0.0 | |
| IBM Cloud Pak for Security | =1.5.0.1 | |
| IBM Cloud Pak for Security | =1.6.0.0 | |
| IBM Cloud Pak for Security | =1.6.0.1 | |
| <=1.6.0.1 | ||
| <=1.6.0.0 | ||
| <=1.5.0.1 | ||
| <=1.5.0.0 | ||
| <=1.4.0.0 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the vulnerability ID for this issue?
The vulnerability ID for this issue is CVE-2021-20564.
What is the affected software?
The affected software is IBM Cloud Pak for Security (CP4S) version 1.4.0.0, 1.5.0.0, 1.5.0.1, 1.6.0.0, and 1.6.0.1.
What is the severity of CVE-2021-20564?
The severity of CVE-2021-20564 is medium with a CVSS score of 5.9.
How can a remote attacker exploit this vulnerability?
A remote attacker can exploit this vulnerability by obtaining sensitive information through the failure to properly enable HTTP Strict Transport Security.
Are there any available references for this vulnerability?
Yes, you can find more information about this vulnerability at the following references: [X-Force Exchange](https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/199235) and [IBM Support](https://www.ibm.com/support/pages/node/6453115).
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