CVE-2021-38120 (GCVE-0-2021-38120)

Vulnerability from cvelistv5 – Published: 2024-08-28 06:28 – Updated: 2024-08-28 13:32
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Summary
A vulnerability identified in Advance Authentication that allows bash command Injection in administrative controlled functionality of backup due to improper handling in provided command parameters. This issue affects NetIQ Advance Authentication version before 6.3.5.1.
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5.1 (Medium)
CVSS:3.1/AV:L/AC:H/PR:H/UI:R/S:U/C:L/I:H/A:L
CWE
  • CWE-77 - Improper Neutralization of Special Elements used in a Command ('Command Injection')
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OpenText NetIQ Advance Authentication Affected: 6.3.5.1 , < < (server)
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