CVE-2021-29666: XSS

Published Apr 20, 2021
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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.

Other sources

IBM Spectrum Scale 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.

Affected Software

5 affected components
IBM Spectrum Scale<=5.0.0 - 5.0.5.6
IBM Spectrum Scale<=5.1.0 - 5.1.0.2
IBM Spectrum Scale>=5.0.0<=5.0.5.6
IBM Spectrum Scale>=5.1.0<=5.1.0.2
Linux Linux kernel

Event History

Apr 20, 2021
CVE Published
via IBM·12:00 AM
Apr 27, 2021
CVE Published
via MITRE·04:32 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·04:32 PM
DescriptionSeverityWeakness

Parent advisories

This vulnerability appears in the following advisories.

Frequently Asked Questions

1

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

The vulnerability ID is CVE-2021-29666.

2

What is the severity of CVE-2021-29666?

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

3

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.

4

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.

5

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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