CVE-2021-39082 : Vulnerability Insights and Analysis

IBM UrbanCode Deploy (UCD) 7.1.1.2 uses weaker than expected cryptographic algorithms that could allow an attacker to decrypt highly sensitive information.

Understanding CVE-2021-39082

IBM UrbanCode Deploy (UCD) 7.1.1.2 has a vulnerability related to cryptographic algorithms.

What is CVE-2021-39082?

CVE-2021-39082 refers to a weakness in cryptographic algorithms in IBM UrbanCode Deploy 7.1.1.2.

The Impact of CVE-2021-39082

This vulnerability has the following impact based on CVSSv3.0:

Base Score: 5.9 (Medium)
Attack Vector: Network
Confidentiality Impact: High
Exploit Code Maturity: Unproven
Temporal Score: 5.2 (Medium)

Technical Details of CVE-2021-39082

IBM UrbanCode Deploy (UCD) 7.1.1.2 vulnerability details.

Vulnerability Description

The vulnerability allows attackers to decrypt highly sensitive information due to weak cryptographic algorithms.

Affected Systems and Versions

The following versions of IBM UrbanCode Deploy are affected:

7.0.3.4, 7.0.4.1, 7.0.4.2, 7.0.4.3, 7.0.5.0, 7.0.5.1, 7.0.5.2
7.1.0.0, 7.1.0.1, 7.1.0.2, 7.1.0.3
7.1.1.0, 7.1.1.1, 7.1.1.2
7.1.2.0, 7.1.2.1
7.2.0.0, 7.2.0.1, 7.2.0.2, 7.2.1.0

Exploitation Mechanism

The vulnerability has a high attack complexity and can be exploited over a network, impacting confidentiality.

Mitigation and Prevention

Actions to mitigate the impact of CVE-2021-39082.

Immediate Steps to Take

Update IBM UrbanCode Deploy to a secure version.
Monitor for any unauthorized access.

Long-Term Security Practices

Implement strong encryption protocols.
Regularly audit and update cryptographic configurations.

Patching and Updates

IBM has released an official fix to address this vulnerability.