SB2021122237 - Multiple vulnerabilities in IBM Security Verify Bridge 



SB2021122237 - Multiple vulnerabilities in IBM Security Verify Bridge

Published: December 22, 2021 Updated: May 29, 2023

Security Bulletin ID SB2021122237
Severity
Medium
Patch available
YES
Number of vulnerabilities 3
Exploitation vector Remote access
Highest impact Information disclosure

Breakdown by Severity

Medium 33% Low 67%
  • Low
  • Medium
  • High
  • Critical

Description

This security bulletin contains information about 3 secuirty vulnerabilities.


1) Cleartext storage of sensitive information (CVE-ID: CVE-2021-20434)

The vulnerability allows a local privileged user to obtain sensitive information.

The vulnerability exists due to IBM Security Verify Bridge stores user credentials in plain clear text. A local privileged user can trigger the vulnerability and obtain sensitive information.


2) Improper Certificate Validation (CVE-ID: CVE-2021-38864)

The vulnerability allows a remote attacker to obtain sensitive information.

The vulnerability exists due to improper certificate validation. A remote attacker can trigger the vulnerability and obtain sensitive information.


3) Improper Certificate Validation (CVE-ID: CVE-2021-20435)

The vulnerability allows a local user to obtain sensitive information.

The vulnerability exists due to improper certificate validation. A local user can trigger the vulnerability and obtain sensitive information.


Remediation

Install update from vendor's website.