CVE-2021-29768 : Security Advisory and Response

IBM Cognos Analytics versions 11.1.7, 11.2.0, and 11.2.1 have a vulnerability that could allow a low level user to access sensitive information from the 'Cloud Storage' page. Learn more about the impact, technical details, and mitigation steps related to this CVE.

Understanding CVE-2021-29768

This section provides insights into the vulnerability found in IBM Cognos Analytics.

What is CVE-2021-29768?

CVE-2021-29768 is a vulnerability in IBM Cognos Analytics versions 11.1.7, 11.2.0, and 11.2.1 that could enable a lower privileged user to obtain sensitive information from the 'Cloud Storage' page.

The Impact of CVE-2021-29768

The impact of this vulnerability is rated as medium severity. It allows unauthorized access to confidential information by exploiting the 'Cloud Storage' page.

Technical Details of CVE-2021-29768

This section delves into the technical aspects of the CVE vulnerability.

Vulnerability Description

The vulnerability in IBM Cognos Analytics enables a low level user to access sensitive information from the 'Cloud Storage' page.

Affected Systems and Versions

IBM Cognos Analytics versions 11.1.7, 11.2.0, and 11.2.1 are affected by this vulnerability.

Exploitation Mechanism

The exploitation of this vulnerability involves unauthorized access to details on the 'Cloud Storage' page by a low level user.

Mitigation and Prevention

Discover the steps to mitigate and prevent exploitation of CVE-2021-29768 in IBM Cognos Analytics.

Immediate Steps to Take

Immediately restrict access to the 'Cloud Storage' page for lower privileged users in affected versions. Consider implementing temporary workarounds.

Long-Term Security Practices

Enhance security measures by regularly monitoring user permissions and reviewing access levels within the 'Cloud Storage' feature.

Patching and Updates

Apply official fixes provided by IBM for versions 11.1.7, 11.2.0, and 11.2.1 to address the vulnerability effectively.