high
7.5
CWE
326
Advisory Published
Updated

CVE-2021-38983: Weak Encryption

First published: Thu Nov 11 2021(Updated: )

IBM Tivoli Key Lifecycle Manager uses weaker than expected cryptographic algorithms that could allow an attacker to decrypt highly sensitive information.

Credit: psirt@us.ibm.com

Affected SoftwareAffected VersionHow to fix
Ibm Security Key Lifecycle Manager<=3.0 - 3.0.0.4
Ibm Security Key Lifecycle Manager<=3.0.1 - 3.0.1.5
Ibm Security Key Lifecycle Manager<=4.0 - 4.0.0.3
IBM Security Guardium Key Lifecycle Manager<=4.1.0 - 4.1.0.1
IBM Security Guardium Key Lifecycle Manager<=4.1.1
IBM Security Guardium Key Lifecycle Manager=4.1.0
IBM Security Guardium Key Lifecycle Manager=4.1.0.1
IBM Security Guardium Key Lifecycle Manager=4.1.1
Ibm Security Key Lifecycle Manager>=3.0<=3.0.0.4
Ibm Security Key Lifecycle Manager>=3.0.1<=3.0.1.5
Ibm Security Key Lifecycle Manager>=4.0<=4.0.0.3
Ibm Security Key Lifecycle Manager=4.1.0
Ibm Security Key Lifecycle Manager=4.1.0.1
Ibm Security Key Lifecycle Manager=4.1.1
IBM AIX
Linux Linux kernel
Microsoft Windows

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • What is CVE-2021-38983?

    CVE-2021-38983 is a vulnerability in IBM Tivoli Key Lifecycle Manager that allows an attacker to decrypt highly sensitive information due to the use of weaker than expected cryptographic algorithms.

  • Which versions of IBM Tivoli Key Lifecycle Manager are affected?

    IBM Tivoli Key Lifecycle Manager 3.0, 3.0.1, 4.0, and 4.1 are affected by this vulnerability.

  • What is the severity of CVE-2021-38983?

    The severity of CVE-2021-38983 is high, with a CVSS score of 7.5.

  • How can an attacker exploit this vulnerability?

    An attacker can exploit this vulnerability by using weaker cryptographic algorithms to decrypt highly sensitive information.

  • Are there any patches or fixes available for this vulnerability?

    Yes, IBM has provided patches and fixes for the affected versions of IBM Tivoli Key Lifecycle Manager to address this vulnerability. Please refer to the IBM support page for more information.

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