What is the severity of CVE-2021-38957?

The severity of CVE-2021-38957 is high.

How does CVE-2021-38957 affect IBM Security Verify Access?

CVE-2021-38957 affects IBM Security Verify Access versions 10.0.0, 10.0.1.0, and 10.0.2.0.

How can I fix the vulnerability in IBM Security Verify?

To fix the vulnerability in IBM Security Verify, upgrade to a version that is not affected, as recommended by IBM.

Where can I find more information about CVE-2021-38957?

You can find more information about CVE-2021-38957 on the IBM X-Force Exchange website and the IBM Support page.

Vulnerability/
CVE-2021-38957

high

7.5

CWE

14/9/2021

7/1/2022

17/9/2024

CVE-2021-38957: Input Validation

Q: What is the risk of disclosing sensitive information due to hazardous input validation during QR code generation in IBM Security Verify?

The risk of disclosing sensitive information due to hazardous input validation during QR code generation in IBM Security Verify is high.

First published: Tue Sep 14 2021(Updated: )

IBM Security Verify 10.0.0, 10.0.1.0, and 10.0.2.0 could disclose sensitive information due to hazardous input validation during QR code generation. IBM X-Force ID: 212040.

Credit: psirt@us.ibm.com

Affected Software	Affected Version	How to fix
IBM Security Verify Access	<=10.0.0
IBM Security Verify Access	=10.0.0
IBM Security Verify Access	=10.0.1.0
IBM Security Verify Access	=10.0.2.0

Remedy

https://www.ibm.com/support/pages/node/6538418

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IBM-6538418

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2021-38957?
The severity of CVE-2021-38957 is high.
How does CVE-2021-38957 affect IBM Security Verify Access?
CVE-2021-38957 affects IBM Security Verify Access versions 10.0.0, 10.0.1.0, and 10.0.2.0.
What is the risk of disclosing sensitive information due to hazardous input validation during QR code generation in IBM Security Verify?
The risk of disclosing sensitive information due to hazardous input validation during QR code generation in IBM Security Verify is high.
How can I fix the vulnerability in IBM Security Verify?
To fix the vulnerability in IBM Security Verify, upgrade to a version that is not affected, as recommended by IBM.
Where can I find more information about CVE-2021-38957?
You can find more information about CVE-2021-38957 on the IBM X-Force Exchange website and the IBM Support page.

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