CVE-2018-1779
HIGHCVSS 7.5/10EPSS 2.49%
Last modified
CVE-2018-1779 is a high-severity vulnerability rated 7.5/10 on the CVSS scale. IBM API Connect 2018.1 through 2018.3.7 could allow an unauthenticated attacker to cause a denial of service due to not setting limits on JSON payload size. IBM X-Force ID: 148802.. EPSS estimates a 2.49% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
IBM API Connect 2018.1 through 2018.3.7 could allow an unauthenticated attacker to cause a denial of service due to not setting limits on JSON payload size. IBM X-Force ID: 148802.
Metrics
CVSS:3.0/A:H/AC:L/AV:N/C:N/I:N/PR:N/S:U/UI:N/E:U/RC:C/RL:O
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Ibm | Api Connect | >= 2018.1.0, <= 2018.3.7 |
References
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/105991Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/148802VDB Entry, Vendor Advisory
- https://www.ibm.com/support/docview.wss?uid=ibm10733851Patch, Vendor Advisory
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/105991Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/148802VDB Entry, Vendor Advisory
- https://www.ibm.com/support/docview.wss?uid=ibm10733851Patch, Vendor Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2018-1779?
IBM API Connect 2018.1 through 2018.3.7 could allow an unauthenticated attacker to cause a denial of service due to not setting limits on JSON payload size. IBM X-Force ID: 148802.
How severe is CVE-2018-1779?
CVE-2018-1779 has a CVSS score of 7.5/10 (HIGH severity). The EPSS model estimates a 2.49% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2018-1779?
Check the vendor references and advisories linked above for patched versions and mitigation guidance. You can also run a Strix scan to test if your systems are affected.
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