CVE-2021-37153

ForgeRock Access Management (AM) before 7.0.2, when configured with Active Directory as the Identity Store, has an authentication-bypass issue

published August 25, 2021

CVSS
—
EPSS
1%
Percentile
67.8
In the wild
Unconfirmed
What it is

⚠️ Before you get cozy, there’s an authentication bypass lurking in ForgeRock Access Management versions prior to 7.0.2 when paired with Active Directory! Think of it like leaving the front door of a hotel wide open while guests check in — anyone could saunter in without the proper credentials! This vulnerability could allow unauthorized users to bypass authentication entirely, gaining access to sensitive resources as if they had the proper keys. The potential for data leaks or unauthorized actions is absolutely devastating and could put critical systems at risk.

Put simply

Think of it like leaving the front door of a hotel wide open while guests check in — anyone could saunter in without the proper credentials! The issue arises when ForgeRock AM is configured with Active Directory; it fails to properly validate authentication requests, allowing attackers to bypass security checks.

What to do

This vulnerability could allow unauthorized users to bypass authentication entirely, gaining access to sensitive resources as if they had the proper keys. The potential for data leaks or unauthorized actions is absolutely devastating and could put critical systems at risk. To protect your system, upgrade to ForgeRock Access Management version 7.0.2 or later immediately. Review your current configurations and ensure a robust authentication process is in place. Don't forget to monitor your logs for any suspicious login attempts! You've got this! With a quick update, you'll be securing your access like a pro. 🛡️

The record
Technical detail
CVSS
Not scored
CVSS v4.0
Not supplied
EPSS
0.01194 · 67.8th percentile
Published
2021-08-25T20:05Z
EPSS history
Timeline
  • 25 AUG 20:05Z
    ForgeRock Access Management (AM) before 7.0.2, when configured with Active Directory as the Identity Store, has an authentication-bypass issue
    cvelistv5