CVE-2021-29847

CVE-2021-29847 is a medium-severity vulnerability in Ibm Power Hardware Management Console (7063-cr1) Firmware with a CVSS 3.x base score of 5.9. It is not currently listed as actively exploited by CISA, and its EPSS exploit-prediction score is low.

Key facts

Description

BMC firmware (IBM Power System S821LC Server (8001-12C) OP825.50) configuration changed to allow an authenticated user to open an insecure communication channel which could allow an attacker to obtain sensitive information using man in the middle techniques. IBM X-Force ID: 205267.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2021-29847?
BMC firmware (IBM Power System S821LC Server (8001-12C) OP825.50) configuration changed to allow an authenticated user to open an insecure communication channel which could allow an attacker to obtain sensitive information using man in the middle techniques. IBM X-Force ID: 205267.
How severe is CVE-2021-29847?
CVE-2021-29847 has a CVSS 3.x base score of 5.9, rated medium severity. It is exploitable over network with high attack complexity, requires no privileges and no user interaction. Impact on confidentiality is high, integrity none, and availability none.
Is CVE-2021-29847 being actively exploited?
It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 1% (58th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2021-29847?
CVE-2021-29847 primarily affects Ibm Power Hardware Management Console (7063-cr1) Firmware. In total, 5 product configurations (CPEs) are listed as vulnerable; see the affected-products list for the exact versions.
How do I fix CVE-2021-29847?
Review the linked vendor and NVD advisories for patched versions and mitigations, then upgrade or apply the recommended workaround.
When was CVE-2021-29847 published?
CVE-2021-29847 was published on 2021-12-15 and last updated on 2026-06-17.

References

Affected products (5)