CVE-2021-38974:IBM Tivoli Key Lifecycle Manager Denial of Service Vulnerability

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IBM Tivoli Key Lifecycle Manager versions 3.0, 3.0.1, 4.0, and 4.1 contain a vulnerability that could allow an authenticated user to cause a denial of service by sending specially crafted HTTP requests to the application. This vulnerability could potentially disrupt the availability of key management services.

Overview

This vulnerability affects IBM Tivoli Key Lifecycle Manager (TKLM), which is an enterprise key management solution that centralizes and simplifies encryption key management. The vulnerability allows authenticated users to cause a denial of service condition by sending specially crafted HTTP requests to the application. When exploited, this could result in disruption of the key management services, potentially impacting dependent encryption systems across the organization. The vulnerability has been assigned IBM X-Force ID 212779.

Remediation

Organizations using affected versions of IBM Tivoli Key Lifecycle Manager should apply the security patches provided by IBM as soon as possible. IBM has released fixes for this vulnerability in the following versions:

  • For TKLM 3.0 and 3.0.1: Update to the latest fix pack
  • For TKLM 4.0 and 4.1: Apply the security patches as detailed in the IBM Security Bulletin

Additionally, organizations should:

  1. Monitor systems for unusual activity or performance issues
  2. Implement network segmentation to limit access to the TKLM infrastructure
  3. Ensure proper authentication controls are in place
  4. Review access logs for potential exploitation attempts

References

  1. IBM Security Bulletin: https://www.ibm.com/support/pages/node/6516046
  2. X-Force Vulnerability Database: https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/212779
  3. MITRE CVE Entry: CVE-2021-38974

Industry ExposureMost to least
This section illustrates the prevalence of a specific Common Vulnerabilities and Exposures (CVE) across various industries based on customer reports. The ranking displays industries from the most to least affected by this particular vulnerability, offering valuable insight into where this CVE has been most frequently observed. This information can help organizations within these sectors prioritize their security efforts, understand their relative risk exposure compared to their peers, and focus remediation strategies where they are most needed. By understanding the industry-specific impact, organizations can make more informed decisions regarding patching, resource allocation, and overall risk management related to this CVE.

  1. Accommodation & Food Services
    Accommodation & Food Services
  2. Administrative, Support, Waste Management & Remediation Services
    Administrative, Support, Waste Management & Remediation Services
  3. Agriculture, Forestry Fishing & Hunting
    Agriculture, Forestry Fishing & Hunting
  4. Arts, Entertainment & Recreation
    Arts, Entertainment & Recreation
  5. Construction
    Construction
  6. Educational Services
    Educational Services
  7. Finance and Insurance
    Finance and Insurance
  8. Health Care & Social Assistance
    Health Care & Social Assistance
  9. Information
    Information
  10. Management of Companies & Enterprises
    Management of Companies & Enterprises
  11. Manufacturing
    Manufacturing
  12. Mining
    Mining
  13. Other Services (except Public Administration)
    Other Services (except Public Administration)
  14. Professional, Scientific, & Technical Services
    Professional, Scientific, & Technical Services
  15. Public Administration
    Public Administration
  16. Real Estate Rental & Leasing
    Real Estate Rental & Leasing
  17. Retail Trade
    Retail Trade
  18. Transportation & Warehousing
    Transportation & Warehousing
  19. Utilities
    Utilities
  20. Wholesale Trade
    Wholesale Trade

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