CVE-2021-38911

CVE-2021-38911 is a medium-severity vulnerability in Ibm Security Risk Manager On Cp4s with a CVSS 3.x base score of 4.9. It is not currently listed as actively exploited by CISA, and its EPSS exploit-prediction score is low. The underlying weakness is classified as CWE-312.

Key facts

Description

IBM Security Risk Manager on CP4S 1.7.0.0 stores user credentials in plain clear text which can be read by a an authenticatedl privileged user. IBM X-Force ID: 209940.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2021-38911?
IBM Security Risk Manager on CP4S 1.7.0.0 stores user credentials in plain clear text which can be read by a an authenticatedl privileged user. IBM X-Force ID: 209940.
How severe is CVE-2021-38911?
CVE-2021-38911 has a CVSS 3.x base score of 4.9, rated medium severity. It is exploitable over network with low attack complexity, requires high privileges and no user interaction. Impact on confidentiality is high, integrity none, and availability none.
Is CVE-2021-38911 being actively exploited?
It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 1% (40th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2021-38911?
CVE-2021-38911 affects Ibm Security Risk Manager On Cp4s. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.
How do I fix CVE-2021-38911?
Review the linked vendor and NVD advisories for patched versions and mitigations, then upgrade or apply the recommended workaround.
When was CVE-2021-38911 published?
CVE-2021-38911 was published on 2021-10-19 and last updated on 2026-06-17.

References

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