CVE-2021-29725
First published: Tue Jul 13 2021(Updated: )
IBM Secure External Authentication Server 2.4.3.2, 6.0.1, 6.0.2 and IBM Secure Proxy 3.4.3.2, 6.0.1, 6.0.2 could allow a remote user to consume resources causing a denial of service due to a resource leak.
Credit: psirt@us.ibm.com psirt@us.ibm.com
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| IBM Secure External Authentication Server | =2.4.3.2 | |
| IBM Secure External Authentication Server | =6.0.1 | |
| IBM Secure External Authentication Server | =6.0.2 | |
| IBM Secure Proxy | =3.4.3.2 | |
| IBM Secure Proxy | =6.0.1 | |
| IBM Secure Proxy | =6.0.2 | |
| IBM AIX | ||
| Linux Linux kernel | ||
| Microsoft Windows | ||
| Oracle Solaris | ||
| All of | ||
| Any of | ||
| IBM Secure External Authentication Server | =2.4.3.2 | |
| IBM Secure External Authentication Server | =6.0.1 | |
| IBM Secure External Authentication Server | =6.0.2 | |
| IBM Sterling Secure Proxy | =3.4.3.2 | |
| IBM Sterling Secure Proxy | =6.0.1 | |
| IBM Sterling Secure Proxy | =6.0.2 | |
| Any of | ||
| IBM AIX | ||
| Linux Linux kernel | ||
| Microsoft Windows | ||
| Oracle Solaris | ||
| IBM Secure Proxy | <=6.0.2 | |
| IBM Secure Proxy | <=6.0.1 | |
| IBM Sterling Secure Proxy | <=3.4.3.2 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the vulnerability ID?
The vulnerability ID is CVE-2021-29725.
What is the title of the vulnerability?
The title of the vulnerability is 'IBM Sterling Secure Proxy could allow a remote user to consume resources causing a denial of service.'
What is the severity of CVE-2021-29725?
The severity of CVE-2021-29725 is high with a severity value of 7.5.
Which software versions are affected by CVE-2021-29725?
IBM Secure External Authentication Server versions 2.4.3.2, 6.0.1, 6.0.2 and IBM Secure Proxy versions 3.4.3.2, 6.0.1, 6.0.2 are affected by CVE-2021-29725.
How can I fix the vulnerability?
To fix the vulnerability, apply the patches provided by IBM. The patch URLs are available in the reference links.
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