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CRITICAL · 9.8

CVE-2021-20418

IBM Security Guardium 11.2 does not require that users should have strong passwords by default, which makes it easier for attackers to compromise user accounts. IBM X-Force ID: 196279.

Vulnerability Description

IBM Security Guardium 11.2 does not require that users should have strong passwords by default, which makes it easier for attackers to compromise user accounts. IBM X-Force ID: 196279.

CVSS Score

9.8

CRITICAL

CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H
Attack Vector
NETWORK
Attack Complexity
LOW
Privileges Required
NONE
User Interaction
NONE
Scope
UNCHANGED
Confidentiality
HIGH
Integrity
HIGH
Availability
HIGH

Affected Products

VendorProductVersions
IbmSecurity Guardium11.2
LinuxLinux Kernel-

Related Weaknesses (CWE)

CWE-521

References

FAQ

What is CVE-2021-20418?

CVE-2021-20418 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 9.8 (CRITICAL). IBM Security Guardium 11.2 does not require that users should have strong passwords by default, which makes it easier for attackers to compromise user accounts. IBM X-Force ID: 196279.

How severe is CVE-2021-20418?

CVE-2021-20418 has been rated CRITICAL with a CVSS base score of 9.8/10. This is considered a critical vulnerability requiring immediate attention.

Is there a patch for CVE-2021-20418?

Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Ibm Security Guardium, Linux Linux Kernel.