CVE-2021-38997: IBM API Connect HOST header injection
First published: Wed Nov 30 2022(Updated: )
IBM API Connect is vulnerable to HTTP header injection, caused by improper validation of input by the HOST headers. This could allow an attacker to conduct various attacks against the vulnerable system, including cross-site scripting, cache poisoning or session hijacking.
Credit: psirt@us.ibm.com
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| IBM API Connect | >=10.0.0.0<=10.0.5.0 | |
| IBM API Connect | >=10.0.1.0<=10.0.1.7 | |
| IBM API Connect | >=2018.4.1.0<=2018.4.1.19 | |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the vulnerability ID for this IBM API Connect vulnerability?
The vulnerability ID for this IBM API Connect vulnerability is CVE-2021-38997.
What is the severity level of CVE-2021-38997?
The severity level of CVE-2021-38997 is medium.
How does the IBM API Connect vulnerability CVE-2021-38997 occur?
The IBM API Connect vulnerability CVE-2021-38997 occurs due to improper validation of input by the HOST headers, leading to HTTP header injection.
Which versions of IBM API Connect are affected by CVE-2021-38997?
IBM API Connect V10.0.0.0 through V10.0.5.0, V10.0.1.0 through V10.0.1.7, and V2018.4.1.0 through 2018.4.1.19 are affected by CVE-2021-38997.
How can an attacker exploit the IBM API Connect vulnerability CVE-2021-38997?
An attacker can exploit the IBM API Connect vulnerability CVE-2021-38997 to conduct various attacks against the vulnerable system.
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