How severe is CVE-2021-38927?

CVE-2021-38927 has a CVSS 3.x base score of 7.2, rated high severity. It is exploitable over network with low attack complexity, requires no privileges and no user interaction. Impact on confidentiality is low, integrity low, and availability none.

Is CVE-2021-38927 being actively exploited?

It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 0% (26th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

What products are affected by CVE-2021-38927?

CVE-2021-38927 primarily affects Ibm Aspera Console. In total, 7 product configurations (CPEs) are listed as vulnerable; see the affected-products list for the exact versions.

How do I fix CVE-2021-38927?

Review the linked vendor and NVD advisories for patched versions and mitigations, then upgrade or apply the recommended workaround. Given its high severity, prioritise patching exposed systems.

When was CVE-2021-38927 published?

CVE-2021-38927 was published on 2023-12-25 and last updated on 2026-06-17.

CVE-2021-38927

CVE-2021-38927 is a high-severity vulnerability in Ibm Aspera Console with a CVSS 3.x base score of 7.2. 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-79.

Key facts

Severity: High (CVSS 3.x base score 7.2)
EPSS exploit prediction: 0% (26th percentile)
Actively exploited: Not listed in CISA KEV
Weakness: CWE-79
Affected product: Ibm Aspera Console
Published: 2023-12-25
Last modified: 2026-06-17

Description

IBM Aspera Console 3.4.0 is vulnerable to cross-site scripting. This vulnerability allows users to embed arbitrary JavaScript code in the Web UI thus altering the intended functionality potentially leading to credentials disclosure within a trusted session. IBM X-Force ID: 210322.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2021-38927?: IBM Aspera Console 3.4.0 is vulnerable to cross-site scripting. This vulnerability allows users to embed arbitrary JavaScript code in the Web UI thus altering the intended functionality potentially leading to credentials disclosure within a trusted session. IBM X-Force ID: 210322.
How severe is CVE-2021-38927?: CVE-2021-38927 has a CVSS 3.x base score of 7.2, rated high severity. It is exploitable over network with low attack complexity, requires no privileges and no user interaction. Impact on confidentiality is low, integrity low, and availability none.
Is CVE-2021-38927 being actively exploited?: It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 0% (26th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2021-38927?: CVE-2021-38927 primarily affects Ibm Aspera Console. In total, 7 product configurations (CPEs) are listed as vulnerable; see the affected-products list for the exact versions.
How do I fix CVE-2021-38927?: Review the linked vendor and NVD advisories for patched versions and mitigations, then upgrade or apply the recommended workaround. Given its high severity, prioritise patching exposed systems.
When was CVE-2021-38927 published?: CVE-2021-38927 was published on 2023-12-25 and last updated on 2026-06-17.

References

Affected products (7)

cpe:2.3:a:ibm:aspera_console:*:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
cpe:2.3:a:ibm:aspera_console:3.4.2:-:*:*:*:*:*:*
cpe:2.3:a:ibm:aspera_console:3.4.2:patch_level_1:*:*:*:*:*:*
cpe:2.3:a:ibm:aspera_console:3.4.2:patch_level_2:*:*:*:*:*:*
cpe:2.3:a:ibm:aspera_console:3.4.2:patch_level_3:*:*:*:*:*:*
cpe:2.3:a:ibm:aspera_console:3.4.2:patch_level_4:*:*:*:*:*:*
cpe:2.3:a:ibm:aspera_console:3.4.2:patch_level_5:*:*:*:*:*:*

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