CWE
330
Advisory Published
Updated

CVE-2021-23020

First published: Tue Jun 01 2021(Updated: )

The NAAS 3.x before 3.10.0 API keys were generated using an insecure pseudo-random string and hashing algorithm which could lead to predictable keys.

Credit: f5sirt@f5.com

Affected SoftwareAffected VersionHow to fix
F5 NGINX Controller API Management>=3.0.0<3.10.0

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • What is the severity of CVE-2021-23020?

    CVE-2021-23020 is classified as a medium severity vulnerability due to the potential for predictable API keys.

  • How do I fix CVE-2021-23020?

    To mitigate CVE-2021-23020, upgrade to F5 Nginx Controller version 3.10.0 or later.

  • What type of vulnerability is CVE-2021-23020?

    CVE-2021-23020 is a cryptographic vulnerability related to insecure API key generation.

  • Which versions of F5 Nginx Controller are affected by CVE-2021-23020?

    F5 Nginx Controller versions prior to 3.10.0 are affected by CVE-2021-23020.

  • What are the consequences of CVE-2021-23020?

    CVE-2021-23020 could allow an attacker to predict API keys, potentially leading to unauthorized access.

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