CVE-2021-39070

CVE-2021-39070 is a critical-severity vulnerability in Ibm Security Verify Access with a CVSS 3.x base score of 9.8. It is not currently listed as actively exploited by CISA, and its EPSS exploit-prediction score is low.

Key facts

Description

IBM Security Verify Access 10.0.0.0, 10.0.1.0 and 10.0.2.0 with the advanced access control authentication service enabled could allow an attacker to authenticate as any user on the system. IBM X-Force ID: 215353.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2021-39070?
IBM Security Verify Access 10.0.0.0, 10.0.1.0 and 10.0.2.0 with the advanced access control authentication service enabled could allow an attacker to authenticate as any user on the system. IBM X-Force ID: 215353.
How severe is CVE-2021-39070?
CVE-2021-39070 has a CVSS 3.x base score of 9.8, rated critical severity. It is exploitable over network with low attack complexity, requires no privileges and no user interaction. Impact on confidentiality is high, integrity high, and availability high.
Is CVE-2021-39070 being actively exploited?
It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 2% (76th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2021-39070?
CVE-2021-39070 primarily affects Ibm Security Verify Access. In total, 6 product configurations (CPEs) are listed as vulnerable; see the affected-products list for the exact versions.
How do I fix CVE-2021-39070?
Review the linked vendor and NVD advisories for patched versions and mitigations, then upgrade or apply the recommended workaround. Given its critical severity, prioritise patching exposed systems.
When was CVE-2021-39070 published?
CVE-2021-39070 was published on 2022-02-02 and last updated on 2026-06-17.

References

Affected products (6)

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