CVE-2021-39013 : Security Advisory and Response

IBM Cloud Pak for Security (CP4S) version 1.7.2.0, 1.7.1.0, and 1.7.0.0 could allow an authenticated user to obtain sensitive information in HTTP responses, potentially leading to further system attacks.

Understanding CVE-2021-39013

This section provides insights into the key details of the CVE-2021-39013 vulnerability.

What is CVE-2021-39013?

CVE-2021-39013 is a vulnerability in IBM Cloud Pak for Security that allows authenticated users to extract sensitive information from HTTP responses for potential malicious exploitation.

The Impact of CVE-2021-39013

The vulnerability's CVSS Base Score is 4.3 (Medium severity) with a low confidentiality impact and no integrity impact. The attack vector is through the network without requiring special privileges, affecting the system's confidentiality.

Technical Details of CVE-2021-39013

Explore the specific technical aspects of the CVE-2021-39013 vulnerability.

Vulnerability Description

The vulnerability enables authenticated users to glean sensitive data from HTTP responses, increasing the system's susceptibility to further cyber attacks.

Affected Systems and Versions

Product: Cloud Pak for Security
Vendor: IBM
Affected Versions: 1.7.2.0, 1.7.1.0, 1.7.0.0

Exploitation Mechanism

The vulnerability can be exploited by authenticated users to retrieve critical information through HTTP responses, providing a gateway for potential system compromises.

Mitigation and Prevention

Learn how to mitigate the risks posed by CVE-2021-39013.

Immediate Steps to Take

IBM users should apply official fixes promptly to address the vulnerability.
Monitor system activities for any unauthorized access attempts.
Educate users on the importance of data security best practices.

Long-Term Security Practices

Conduct regular security audits and assessments to identify and remediate potential vulnerabilities.
Implement access controls and authentication mechanisms to restrict unauthorized data access.

Patching and Updates

Stay informed about security updates and patches released by IBM for Cloud Pak for Security.