CVE-2021-39051 Explained : Impact and Mitigation

IBM Spectrum Copy Data Management 2.2.0.0 through 2.2.14.3 is vulnerable to server-side request forgery, allowing remote attackers to enumerate and attack services running on hosts.

Understanding CVE-2021-39051

IBM Spectrum Copy Data Management version 2.2.0.0 through 2.2.14.3 has a security vulnerability that can be exploited by attackers.

What is CVE-2021-39051?

CVE-2021-39051 is a vulnerability in IBM Spectrum Copy Data Management versions 2.2.0.0 through 2.2.14.3, allowing remote attackers to conduct server-side request forgery attacks.

The Impact of CVE-2021-39051

This vulnerability has a CVSS base score of 4.8, indicating a medium severity issue. Attackers can exploit this to enumerate and attack services running on host addresses and ports.

Technical Details of CVE-2021-39051

IBM Spectrum Copy Data Management vulnerability details.

Vulnerability Description

The vulnerability is due to improper input handling in the application server registration function, leading to server-side request forgery.

Affected Systems and Versions

Product: IBM Spectrum Copy Data Management
Versions Affected: 2.2.0.0, 2.2.14.3

Exploitation Mechanism

Attackers can exploit this vulnerability using the host address and port fields in the application server registration to target running services.

Mitigation and Prevention

Steps to mitigate the CVE-2021-39051 vulnerability.

Immediate Steps to Take

Apply the official fix provided by IBM
Monitor network traffic for any suspicious activity

Long-Term Security Practices

Regularly update and patch the IBM Spectrum Copy Data Management software
Conduct security assessments and penetration testing to identify vulnerabilities

Patching and Updates

Ensure all systems are updated with the latest patches from IBM to address this vulnerability.