CVE-2021-22497: Advanced Authentication Improper Session Management

Published Apr 12, 2021
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Updated

Advanced Authentication versions prior to 6.3 SP4 have a potential broken authentication due to improper session management issue.

Affected Software

5 affected components
MicroFocus Netiq Advanced Authentication<6.3
MicroFocus Netiq Advanced Authentication=6.3
MicroFocus Netiq Advanced Authentication=6.3-sp1
MicroFocus Netiq Advanced Authentication=6.3-sp2
MicroFocus Netiq Advanced Authentication=6.3-sp3

Event History

Apr 12, 2021
CVE Published
via MITRE·08:53 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·08:53 PM
DescriptionSeverityWeakness
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is CVE-2021-22497?

CVE-2021-22497 is a vulnerability in Advanced Authentication versions prior to 6.3 SP4 that could lead to broken authentication due to improper session management.

2

What software is affected by CVE-2021-22497?

Advanced Authentication versions prior to 6.3 SP4, including version 6.3, 6.3-sp1, 6.3-sp2, and 6.3-sp3, are affected by CVE-2021-22497.

3

How severe is CVE-2021-22497?

CVE-2021-22497 has a severity score of 7.2, which is considered high.

4

How can I fix CVE-2021-22497?

To fix CVE-2021-22497, you should update to Advanced Authentication version 6.3 SP4 or later.

5

Where can I find more information about CVE-2021-22497?

You can find more information about CVE-2021-22497 in the release notes of Advanced Authentication version 6.3 SP4.

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