CVE-2021-29665: Buffer Overflow

Published May 25, 2021
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Updated

IBM Application Gateway could disclose sensitive information in HTTP server headers that could be used in further attacks against the system.

Other sources

IBM Security Verify Access 20.07 is vulnerable to a stack based buffer overflow, caused by improper bounds checking which could allow a local attacker to execute arbitrary code on the system with elevated privileges.

Affected Software

1 affected component
IBM Security Verify Access=20.07

Event History

May 25, 2021
CVE Published
via IBM·12:00 AM
Data Sourced
via IBM·12:00 AM
DescriptionSeverityAffected Software
May 31, 2021
CVE Published
via MITRE·02:50 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·02:50 PM
DescriptionSeverityWeakness

Parent advisories

This vulnerability appears in the following advisories.

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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is CVE-2021-29665?

CVE-2021-29665 is a vulnerability in IBM Application Gateway that could disclose sensitive information in HTTP server headers.

2

What is the severity of CVE-2021-29665?

CVE-2021-29665 has a severity rating of 7.8 (critical).

3

How does CVE-2021-29665 affect IBM Security Verify Access 20.07?

CVE-2021-29665 affects IBM Security Verify Access 20.07 by allowing a local attacker to execute arbitrary code on the system with elevated privileges.

4

Is there a fix available for CVE-2021-29665?

Yes, IBM has released a fix for CVE-2021-29665. It is recommended to update to the latest version of IBM Security Verify Access.

5

Where can I find more information about CVE-2021-29665?

You can find more information about CVE-2021-29665 on the IBM X-Force Exchange website and the IBM Support pages.

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