What is the vulnerability ID of this IBM Spectrum Scale vulnerability?

The vulnerability ID is CVE-2021-29666.

What is the severity of CVE-2021-29666?

The severity of CVE-2021-29666 is medium with a CVSS score of 5.4.

How does this vulnerability affect IBM Spectrum Scale?

This vulnerability allows users to embed arbitrary JavaScript code in the Web UI of IBM Spectrum Scale, potentially leading to credentials disclosure within a trusted session.

What versions of IBM Spectrum Scale are affected by CVE-2021-29666?

IBM Spectrum Scale versions 5.0.0 through 5.0.5.6 and 5.1.0 through 5.1.0.2 are affected by CVE-2021-29666.

How can I fix the CVE-2021-29666 vulnerability in IBM Spectrum Scale?

To fix the CVE-2021-29666 vulnerability, it is recommended to apply the latest patches and updates provided by IBM.

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CVE-2021-29666

medium

5.4

CWE

20/4/2021

26/4/2021

3/8/2024

CVE-2021-29666: XSS

First published: Tue Apr 20 2021(Updated: )

IBM Spectrum Scale 5.0.0 through 5.0.5.6 and 5.1.0 through 5.1.0.2 is vulnerable to cross-site scripting. This vulnerability allows users to embed arbitrary JavaScript code in the Web UI thus altering the intended functionality potentially leading to credentials disclosure within a trusted session. IBM X-Force ID: 199400.

Credit: psirt@us.ibm.com

Affected Software	Affected Version	How to fix
IBM Spectrum Scale	>=5.0.0<=5.0.5.6
IBM Spectrum Scale	>=5.1.0<=5.1.0.2
Linux Linux kernel
	<=5.0.0 - 5.0.5.6
	<=5.1.0 - 5.1.0.2

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https://www.ibm.com/support/pages/node/6447107

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the vulnerability ID of this IBM Spectrum Scale vulnerability?
The vulnerability ID is CVE-2021-29666.
What is the severity of CVE-2021-29666?
The severity of CVE-2021-29666 is medium with a CVSS score of 5.4.
How does this vulnerability affect IBM Spectrum Scale?
This vulnerability allows users to embed arbitrary JavaScript code in the Web UI of IBM Spectrum Scale, potentially leading to credentials disclosure within a trusted session.
What versions of IBM Spectrum Scale are affected by CVE-2021-29666?
IBM Spectrum Scale versions 5.0.0 through 5.0.5.6 and 5.1.0 through 5.1.0.2 are affected by CVE-2021-29666.
How can I fix the CVE-2021-29666 vulnerability in IBM Spectrum Scale?
To fix the CVE-2021-29666 vulnerability, it is recommended to apply the latest patches and updates provided by IBM.

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