CVE-2021-39048: Buffer Overflow

Published Dec 10, 2021
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Updated

IBM Spectrum Protect Client 7.1 and 8.1 is vulnerable to a stack based buffer overflow, caused by improper bounds checking. A local attacker could exploit this vulnerability and cause a denial of service. IBM X-Force ID: 214438.

Other sources

IBM Spectrum Protect Client is vulnerable to a stack based buffer overflow, caused by improper bounds checking. A local attacker could exploit this vulnerability and cause a denial of service.

IBM

Affected Software

10 affected components
IBM Spectrum Protect Backup-Archive Client<=8.1.0.0-8.1.12.0 on AIX, Linux, and Solaris platforms7.1.0.0-7.1.8.10 on AIX, Linux, Solaris, and HP-UX platforms
IBM Spectrum Protect for Space Management<=8.1.0.0-8.1.12.0 on AIX and Linux platforms7.1.0.0-7.1.8.10 on AIX and Linux platforms
IBM Spectrum Protect Backup-Archive Client>=8.1.0.0<=8.1.12.0
IBM AIX
Linux Linux kernel
Oracle Solaris
IBM Spectrum Protect Backup-Archive Client>=7.1.0.0<=7.1.8.10
HP HP-UX
IBM Spectrum Protect for Space Management>=8.1.0.0<=8.1.12.0
IBM Spectrum Protect for Space Management>=7.1.0.0<=7.1.8.10

Event History

Dec 10, 2021
CVE Published
via IBM·12:00 AM
Dec 13, 2021
CVE Published
via MITRE·06:35 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·06:35 PM
DescriptionSeverityWeakness

Parent advisories

This vulnerability appears in the following advisories.

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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is CVE-2021-39048?

CVE-2021-39048 is a vulnerability in IBM Spectrum Protect Client that allows for a stack-based buffer overflow, leading to a denial of service.

2

Which versions of IBM Spectrum Protect Client are affected by CVE-2021-39048?

IBM Spectrum Protect Client versions 7.1.0.0-7.1.8.10 and 8.1.0.0-8.1.12.0 on AIX, Linux, Solaris, and HP-UX platforms are affected by CVE-2021-39048.

3

How severe is CVE-2021-39048?

CVE-2021-39048 has a severity rating of 6.2, classified as medium.

4

How can I fix the CVE-2021-39048 vulnerability?

To fix the CVE-2021-39048 vulnerability, it is recommended to update IBM Spectrum Protect Client to versions that are not vulnerable, such as versions beyond 7.1.8.10 and 8.1.12.0.

5

Where can I find more information about CVE-2021-39048?

For more information about CVE-2021-39048, you can visit the IBM X-Force ID: 214438 page or refer to the IBM support page.

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