CVE-2021-29891: Malicious File Upload

Published Aug 18, 2022
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Updated

IBM OPENBMC could allow a privileged user to upload an improper site identity certificate that may cause it to lose network services.

Other sources

IBM OPENBMC OP910 and OP940 could allow a privileged user to upload an improper site identity certificate that may cause it to lose network services. IBM X-Force ID: 207221.

Affected Software

12 affected components
IBM OPENBMC<=OP910
IBM OPENBMC<=OP940
IBM Power System Ac922 \(8335-gtg\) Firmware=op910
IBM Power System Ac922 \(8335-gtg\)
IBM Power System Ac922 \(8335-gtx\) Firmware=op910
IBM Power System Ac922 \(8335-gtx\) Firmware=op940
IBM Power System Ac922 \(8335-gtx\)
IBM Power System Ac922 \(8335-gth\) Firmware=op910
IBM Power System Ac922 \(8335-gth\) Firmware=op940
IBM Power System Ac922 \(8335-gth\)
IBM Hardware Management Console 7063-cr2 Firmware=op940
IBM Hardware Management Console 7063-cr2

Event History

Aug 18, 2022
CVE Published
via IBM·12:00 AM
Data Sourced
via IBM·12:00 AM
DescriptionSeverityAffected Software
Aug 22, 2022
CVE Published
via MITRE·07:35 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·07:35 PM
DescriptionSeverityWeakness

Parent advisories

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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2021-29891?

CVE-2021-29891 is considered a high severity vulnerability due to the potential impact on network services.

2

How do I fix CVE-2021-29891?

To fix CVE-2021-29891, ensure that only valid site identity certificates are uploaded to IBM OPENBMC.

3

Which versions of IBM OPENBMC are affected by CVE-2021-29891?

IBM OPENBMC versions OP910 and OP940 are affected by CVE-2021-29891.

4

Can a privileged user exploit CVE-2021-29891?

Yes, a privileged user can exploit CVE-2021-29891 by uploading an improper site identity certificate.

5

What systems are impacted by CVE-2021-29891?

CVE-2021-29891 impacts IBM Power System AC922 models running firmware OP910 and OP940.

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