CVE-2021-29779 : Exploit Details and Defense Strategies
Learn about CVE-2021-29779 affecting IBM QRadar SIEM versions 7.3 and 7.4, allowing attackers to obtain sensitive information through man-in-the-middle techniques. Find mitigation steps here.
IBM QRadar SIEM versions 7.3 and 7.4 are affected by a vulnerability that could allow an attacker to obtain sensitive information through man-in-the-middle techniques during key exchange on inter-host communications.
Understanding CVE-2021-29779
This section provides insights into the impact, technical details, and mitigation strategies for CVE-2021-29779.
What is CVE-2021-29779?
CVE-2021-29779 affects IBM QRadar SIEM versions 7.3 and 7.4, enabling attackers to exploit key exchange without entity authentication.
The Impact of CVE-2021-29779
The vulnerability poses a medium severity risk, with a CVSS base score of 5.9, allowing attackers to compromise confidentiality by intercepting sensitive information.
Technical Details of CVE-2021-29779
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Vulnerability Description
IBM QRadar SIEM 7.3 and 7.4 vulnerability allows attackers to eavesdrop on inter-host communications due to the lack of entity authentication during key exchange.
Affected Systems and Versions
IBM QRadar SIEM versions 7.3 and 7.4 are impacted by this vulnerability, making systems running these versions susceptible to exploitation.
Exploitation Mechanism
Attackers can exploit this vulnerability using man-in-the-middle techniques to intercept sensitive information exchanged during key exchange on inter-host communications.
Mitigation and Prevention
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Immediate Steps to Take
Implement network segmentation, encryption, and monitoring to detect and prevent unauthorized access to inter-host communications.
Long-Term Security Practices
Regularly update IBM QRadar SIEM to the latest version, conduct security assessments, and educate users on secure communication practices.
Patching and Updates
Apply official fixes provided by IBM for QRadar SIEM versions 7.3 and 7.4 to address the vulnerability and enhance system security.