CVE-2021-29737
First published: Fri Oct 29 2021(Updated: )
IBM InfoSphere Data Flow Designer Engine (IBM InfoSphere Information Server 11.7 ) component has improper validation of the REST API server certificate. IBM X-Force ID: 201301.
Credit: psirt@us.ibm.com
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| SAP Information Steward | <=11.7 | |
| IBM InfoSphere Information Server | =11.7 | |
| IBM AIX | ||
| Linux Kernel | ||
| Microsoft Windows Operating System |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2021-29737?
CVE-2021-29737 is considered to have a moderate severity due to improper validation of the REST API server certificate.
How do I fix CVE-2021-29737?
To fix CVE-2021-29737, apply the latest patches provided by IBM for InfoSphere Information Server 11.7.
What effect does CVE-2021-29737 have on IBM InfoSphere Information Server?
CVE-2021-29737 can potentially allow attackers to perform man-in-the-middle attacks due to improper certificate validation.
Is CVE-2021-29737 applicable to versions of IBM InfoSphere Information Server other than 11.7?
CVE-2021-29737 specifically affects IBM InfoSphere Information Server version 11.7 and does not apply to other versions.
Are there any specific mitigations for CVE-2021-29737 before applying patches?
As a temporary mitigation for CVE-2021-29737, ensure secure configurations and restrict access to the affected APIs until patches are applied.
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