CVE-2021-38696 Missing authorization in n/a

High 7.5 Published 18 Jan 2022 Updated 4 Aug 2024

Attackers can access signature files without authentication due to incorrect access control in SoftVibe SARABAN for INFOMA.

Exploited in the wild: Not known
Login needed: Not needed
Attackable: Over the internet
Victim action needed: Not needed
Fix: None listed

What is CVE-2021-38696?

CVE-2021-38696 is a high-severity missing authorization vulnerability in n/a, published on 18 Jan 2022. An attacker can exploit it over the internet without logging in, with no action from the victim.

Official description

SoftVibe SARABAN for INFOMA 1.1 has Incorrect Access Control vulnerability, that allows attackers to access signature files on the application without any authentication.

Which versions are affected by CVE-2021-38696?

It affects 1 product.

Products include Softvibe Saraban.

How do I fix CVE-2021-38696?

No fix has been published for CVE-2021-38696 yet. Limit exposure of the affected software until one is available.

Upgrade, and check permissions on every request on the server, not only in the interface. More about Missing authorization.

Is CVE-2021-38696 being exploited?

There is no known exploitation of CVE-2021-38696 in the wild and no public exploit code.

Sources

Also known as GHSA-43q6-3r5v-55cg.