CVE-2021-38963: IBM Aspera Console CSV injection

Published Sep 23, 2024
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Updated

IBM Aspera Console 3.4.0 through 3.4.4 could allow a remote authenticated attacker to execute arbitrary code on the system, caused by a CSV injection vulnerability. By persuading a victim to open a specially crafted file, an attacker could exploit this vulnerability to execute arbitrary code on the system.

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IBM Aspera Console could allow a remote authenticated attacker to execute arbitrary code on the system, caused by a CSV injection vulnerability. By persuading a victim to open a specially-crafted file, an attacker could exploit this vulnerability to execute arbitrary code on the system.

IBM

Affected Software

4 affected components
IBM Aspera Console<=3.4.0 - 3.4.4
All of the following
IBM Aspera Console>=3.4.0<3.4.5
Any of the following
Linux Linux kernel
Microsoft Windows

Event History

Sep 23, 2024
CVE Published
via IBM·12:00 AM
Sep 24, 2024
CVE Published
via MITRE·10:15 AM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·10:15 AM
DescriptionSeverityWeakness
Sep 25, 2024
Data Sourced
via NVD·01:15 AM
DescriptionSeverityWeakness

Parent advisories

This vulnerability appears in the following advisories.

Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2021-38963?

CVE-2021-38963 has a high severity rating due to its potential for remote code execution.

2

How do I fix CVE-2021-38963?

To fix CVE-2021-38963, upgrade IBM Aspera Console to version 3.4.5 or later.

3

What type of vulnerability is CVE-2021-38963?

CVE-2021-38963 is a CSV injection vulnerability that enables arbitrary code execution.

4

Who can exploit CVE-2021-38963?

CVE-2021-38963 can be exploited by remote authenticated attackers.

5

What versions of IBM Aspera Console are affected by CVE-2021-38963?

IBM Aspera Console versions 3.4.0 to 3.4.4 are affected by CVE-2021-38963.

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