CVE-2021-38862: Weak Encryption
First published: Wed Oct 06 2021(Updated: )
IBM Cloud Pak - Risk Manager/IBM Data Risk Manager (iDNA) uses weaker than expected cryptographic algorithms that could allow an attacker to decrypt highly sensitive information.
Credit: psirt@us.ibm.com
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| IBM Data Risk Manager | =2.0.6 | |
| <=2.0.6 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the vulnerability ID for this issue?
The vulnerability ID for this issue is CVE-2021-38862.
What is the severity of CVE-2021-38862?
The severity of CVE-2021-38862 is high, with a severity value of 7.5.
What is the affected software for CVE-2021-38862?
The affected software for CVE-2021-38862 is IBM Data Risk Manager (iDNA) 2.0.6.
How can an attacker exploit CVE-2021-38862?
An attacker can exploit CVE-2021-38862 by using weaker than expected cryptographic algorithms to decrypt highly sensitive information.
How can I fix CVE-2021-38862?
You can fix CVE-2021-38862 by applying the patch provided by IBM. Please refer to the IBM support page for instructions on how to obtain and apply the patch.
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