Vulnerability identifier: #VU53620

Vulnerability risk: Low

CVSSv3.1: 4.6 [CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:H/PR:L/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:N/A:N/E:U/RL:O/RC:C]

CVE-ID: CVE-2021-20486

CWE-ID: CWE-200

Exploitation vector: Network

Exploit availability: No

Vulnerable software:
Cloud Pak for Data
Client/Desktop applications / Other client software

Vendor: IBM Corporation

Description

The vulnerability allows a remote attacker to gain access to potentially sensitive information.

The vulnerability exists due to excessive data output by the application. A remote authenticated attacker can gain unauthorized access to sensitive information on the system.

Mitigation
Install updates from vendor's website.

Vulnerable software versions

Cloud Pak for Data: 3.0

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External links
http://www.ibm.com/support/pages/node/6456033
http://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/197668

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Q & A

Can this vulnerability be exploited remotely?

Yes. This vulnerability can be exploited by a remote authenticated user via the Internet.

Is there known malware, which exploits this vulnerability?

No. We are not aware of malware exploiting this vulnerability.