CVE-2021-39070 : What You Need to Know
Learn about CVE-2021-39070, a critical vulnerability in IBM Security Verify Access allowing unauthorized system access. Understand the impact, technical details, and mitigation steps.
IBM Security Verify Access 10.0.0.0, 10.0.1.0, and 10.0.2.0 with advanced access control authentication service enabled could allow unauthorized system access.
Understanding CVE-2021-39070
This CVE involves a critical vulnerability in IBM Security Verify Access.
What is CVE-2021-39070?
- CVE ID: CVE-2021-39070
- Publicized: January 31, 2022
- Severity: Critical (CVSS Base Score: 9.8)
- Attack Vector: Network
The Impact of CVE-2021-39070
- Attackers can authenticate as any user within the system
- High impact on confidentiality, integrity, and availability
Technical Details of CVE-2021-39070
This section delves into the vulnerability's specifics.
Vulnerability Description
- IBM Security Verify Access 10.0.0.0, 10.0.1.0, and 10.0.2.0 allow unauthorized user authentication.
Affected Systems and Versions
- Affected Versions: 10.0.0.0, 10.0.1.0, 10.0.2.0
- Product: IBM Security Verify Access
Exploitation Mechanism
- Execution of exploiting unauthorized authentication as any user
Mitigation and Prevention
Measures to address and prevent exploitation.
Immediate Steps to Take
- Disable advanced access control authentication service
- Monitor system for unauthorized access attempts
Long-Term Security Practices
- Ensure regular security assessments and audits
- Implement least privilege access controls
Patching and Updates
- Apply official fixes and patches provided by IBM