CVE-2021-29888: CSRF
First published: Fri Oct 29 2021(Updated: )
IBM InfoSphere Information Server 11.7 is vulnerable to cross-site request forgery which could allow an attacker to execute malicious and unauthorized actions transmitted from a user that the website trusts. IBM X-Force ID: 207123.
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-2021-29888?
CVE-2021-29888 has been classified with a moderate severity level due to its potential for cross-site request forgery attacks.
How do I fix CVE-2021-29888?
To fix CVE-2021-29888, users should apply the patch provided by IBM for InfoSphere Information Server version 11.7.
Which versions of IBM InfoSphere Information Server are affected by CVE-2021-29888?
CVE-2021-29888 affects IBM InfoSphere Information Server version 11.7 and earlier versions.
What type of vulnerability is CVE-2021-29888?
CVE-2021-29888 is a cross-site request forgery (CSRF) vulnerability.
What actions can an attacker perform using CVE-2021-29888?
An attacker exploiting CVE-2021-29888 could execute malicious and unauthorized actions on behalf of a trusted user of the application.
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