CVE-2021-22531: XSS

Published May 12, 2022
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Updated

A bug exist in the input parameter of Access Manager that allows supply of invalid character to trigger cross-site scripting vulnerability. This affects NetIQ Access Manager 4.5 and 5.0

Affected Software

15 affected components
MicroFocus Access Manager=4.5
MicroFocus Access Manager=4.5-hotfix1
MicroFocus Access Manager=4.5-sp1
MicroFocus Access Manager=4.5-sp1_hotfix1
MicroFocus Access Manager=4.5-sp1_hotfix2
MicroFocus Access Manager=4.5-sp2
MicroFocus Access Manager=4.5-sp2_hotfix1
MicroFocus Access Manager=4.5-sp2_hotfix2
MicroFocus Access Manager=4.5-sp3
MicroFocus Access Manager=4.5-sp3_hotfix1
MicroFocus Access Manager=4.5-sp3_patch3
MicroFocus Access Manager=4.5-sp4
MicroFocus Access Manager=4.5-sp5
MicroFocus Access Manager=5.0
MicroFocus Access Manager=5.0-sp1

Event History

May 12, 2022
CVE Published
via MITRE·06:52 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·06:52 PM
DescriptionWeakness
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is CVE-2021-22531?

CVE-2021-22531 is a vulnerability in NetIQ Access Manager that allows an attacker to trigger a cross-site scripting (XSS) vulnerability by supplying invalid characters in an input parameter.

2

Which versions of Microfocus Access Manager are affected by CVE-2021-22531?

CVE-2021-22531 affects NetIQ Access Manager versions 4.5 and 5.0.

3

What is the severity of CVE-2021-22531?

CVE-2021-22531 has a severity rating of 6.1, which is considered medium.

4

How can I fix CVE-2021-22531?

To fix CVE-2021-22531, it is recommended to update NetIQ Access Manager to the latest version and follow the recommendations provided by Microfocus.

5

Where can I find more information about CVE-2021-22531?

More information about CVE-2021-22531 can be found in the release notes of NetIQ Access Manager version 5.0, available on the Microfocus documentation website.

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