CVE-2021-38927: IBM Aspera Console cross-site scripting

Published Dec 22, 2023
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Updated

IBM Aspera Console 3.4.0 is vulnerable to cross-site scripting. This vulnerability allows users to embed arbitrary JavaScript code in the Web UI thus altering the intended functionality potentially leading to credentials disclosure within a trusted session. IBM X-Force ID: 210322.

Other sources

IBM Aspera Core is vulnerable to cross-site scripting. This vulnerability allows users to embed arbitrary JavaScript code in the Web UI thus altering the intended functionality potentially leading to credentials disclosure within a trusted session.

IBM

Affected Software

10 affected components
IBM Aspera Console<=3.4.2 Patch Level 5 and earlier
All of the following
Any of the following
IBM Aspera Console<3.4.2
IBM Aspera Console=3.4.2
IBM Aspera Console=3.4.2-patch_level_1
IBM Aspera Console=3.4.2-patch_level_2
IBM Aspera Console=3.4.2-patch_level_3
IBM Aspera Console=3.4.2-patch_level_4
IBM Aspera Console=3.4.2-patch_level_5
Any of the following
Linux Linux kernel
Microsoft Windows

Event History

Dec 22, 2023
CVE Published
via IBM·12:00 AM
Dec 25, 2023
CVE Published
via MITRE·02:20 AM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·02:20 AM
DescriptionSeverityWeakness

Parent advisories

This vulnerability appears in the following advisories.

Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2021-38927?

CVE-2021-38927 is considered a high severity vulnerability due to its potential for credential disclosure.

2

How do I fix CVE-2021-38927?

To mitigate CVE-2021-38927, upgrade IBM Aspera Console to version 3.4.2 Patch Level 6 or later.

3

Which versions of IBM Aspera Console are affected by CVE-2021-38927?

IBM Aspera Console versions 3.4.2 Patch Level 5 and earlier are affected by CVE-2021-38927.

4

What type of vulnerability is CVE-2021-38927?

CVE-2021-38927 is a cross-site scripting vulnerability that allows the injection of arbitrary JavaScript code.

5

What are the potential consequences of CVE-2021-38927?

The potential consequences of CVE-2021-38927 include unauthorized access and credential disclosure within a trusted session.

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