CVE-2021-38910: Input Validation

Published Mar 9, 2022
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Updated

IBM DataPower Gateway could allow a remote attacker to bypass security restrictions, caused by the improper validation of input. By sending a specially crafted JSON message, an attacker could exploit this vulnerability to modify structure and fields.

Other sources

IBM DataPower Gateway V10CD, 10.0.1, and 2108.4.1 could allow a remote attacker to bypass security restrictions, caused by the improper validation of input. By sending a specially crafted JSON message, an attacker could exploit this vulnerability to modify structure and fields. IBM X-Force ID: 209824.

Affected Software

7 affected components
IBM DataPower Gateway>=10.0.1.0<=10.0.1.5
IBM DataPower Gateway>=2018.4.1.0<=2018.4.1.18
IBM DataPower Gateway=10.0.2.0
IBM DataPower Gateway=10.0.3.0
IBM DataPower Gateway V10CD<=10.0.2.0, 10.0.3.0
IBM DataPower Gateway 10.0.1<=10.0.1.0-10.0.1.5
IBM DataPower Gateway 2108.4.1<=2018.4.1.0-2108.4.1.18

Event History

Mar 9, 2022
CVE Published
via IBM·12:00 AM
Mar 10, 2022
CVE Published
via MITRE·07:50 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·07:50 PM
DescriptionSeverityWeakness

Parent advisories

This vulnerability appears in the following advisories.

Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the vulnerability ID of this IBM DataPower Gateway vulnerability?

The vulnerability ID of this IBM DataPower Gateway vulnerability is CVE-2021-38910.

2

What is the severity of CVE-2021-38910?

The severity of CVE-2021-38910 is medium with a severity value of 5.3.

3

How can a remote attacker exploit CVE-2021-38910?

A remote attacker can exploit CVE-2021-38910 by sending a specially crafted JSON message to bypass security restrictions and modify structure and fields.

4

Which versions of IBM DataPower Gateway are affected by CVE-2021-38910?

IBM DataPower Gateway versions 10.0.1 and 2108.4.1, as well as IBM DataPower Gateway V10CD versions 10.0.2.0 and 10.0.3.0 are affected by CVE-2021-38910.

5

Is there a fix available for CVE-2021-38910?

Yes, IBM has released a fix for CVE-2021-38910. Please refer to the IBM Support page for more information.

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