CVE-2021-22507

Authentication bypass vulnerability in Micro Focus Operations Bridge Manager affects versions 2019.05, 2019.11, 2020.05 and 2020.10

published April 8, 2021

CVSS
—
EPSS
2%
Percentile
76.8
In the wild
Unconfirmed
What it is

⚠️ An authentication bypass vulnerability in Micro Focus Operations Bridge Manager could let attackers slip in unnoticed! 🚪💨 Think of it like a hotel with a backdoor that nobody thought to lock. A crafty guest could waltz in without a reservation, accessing all the amenities without proper clearance. If exploited, an attacker could gain unauthorized access to sensitive operations within your system, potentially leading to data exposure or manipulation. This could put your organization's integrity at risk, as they could operate undetected, like an intruder roaming freely in a secured facility.

Put simply

Think of it like a hotel with a backdoor that nobody thought to lock. A crafty guest could waltz in without a reservation, accessing all the amenities without proper clearance. This vulnerability allows remote attackers to bypass user authentication processes in versions 2019.05, 2019.11, 2020.05, and 2020.10 of Micro Focus Operations Bridge Manager, essentially allowing unauthorized access to its functionalities.

What to do

If exploited, an attacker could gain unauthorized access to sensitive operations within your system, potentially leading to data exposure or manipulation. This could put your organization's integrity at risk, as they could operate undetected, like an intruder roaming freely in a secured facility. To protect against this vulnerability, it's crucial to patch your system by upgrading to the latest version as soon as possible. Regularly review your authentication mechanisms and ensure that any unused access points are properly secured. You've got this! Stay proactive, and your defenses will be stronger than ever! 🛡️✨

The record
Technical detail
CVSS
Not scored
CVSS v4.0
Not supplied
EPSS
0.01680 · 76.8th percentile
Published
2021-04-08T17:35Z
EPSS history
Timeline
  • 08 APR 17:35Z
    Authentication bypass vulnerability in Micro Focus Operations Bridge Manager affects versions 2019.05, 2019.11, 2020.05 and 2020.10
    cvelistv5