CVE-2021-38121: Weak communication protocol identified in Advance Authentication client application

Published Aug 28, 2024
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Updated

Insufficient or weak TLS protocol version identified in Advance authentication client server communication when specific service is accessed between devices.  This issue affects NetIQ Advance Authentication versions before 6.3.5.1

Affected Software

8 affected components
MicroFocus Netiq Advanced Authentication<6.3
MicroFocus Netiq Advanced Authentication=6.3
MicroFocus Netiq Advanced Authentication=6.3-sp1
MicroFocus Netiq Advanced Authentication=6.3-sp2
MicroFocus Netiq Advanced Authentication=6.3-sp3
MicroFocus Netiq Advanced Authentication=6.3-sp4
MicroFocus Netiq Advanced Authentication=6.3-sp4_patch1
MicroFocus Netiq Advanced Authentication=6.3-sp5

Event History

Aug 28, 2024
CVE Published
via MITRE·06:28 AM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·06:28 AM
DescriptionSeverityWeakness
Data Sourced
via NVD·07:15 AM
DescriptionSeverityWeakness
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2021-38121?

CVE-2021-38121 is classified with a severity that indicates potential risk due to insufficient or weak TLS protocol usage.

2

How do I fix CVE-2021-38121?

To fix CVE-2021-38121, upgrade NetIQ Advance Authentication to version 6.3.5.1 or later.

3

What systems are affected by CVE-2021-38121?

CVE-2021-38121 affects NetIQ Advance Authentication versions prior to 6.3.5.1, including 6.3 and its service packs.

4

What are the implications of CVE-2021-38121?

CVE-2021-38121 can lead to weakened security during client-server communications due to inadequate TLS version support.

5

Is CVE-2021-38121 being actively exploited?

As of now, there is no public indication that CVE-2021-38121 is actively exploited, but it is recommended to patch to mitigate potential risks.

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