CVE-2018-1859
MEDIUMCVSS 4.3/10EPSS 1.04%
Last modified
CVE-2018-1859 is a medium-severity vulnerability rated 4.3/10 on the CVSS scale. IBM API Connect 5.0.0.0 through 5.0.8.4 could allow a user authenticated as an administrator with limited rights to escalate their privileges. IBM X-Force ID: 151258.. EPSS estimates a 1.04% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
IBM API Connect 5.0.0.0 through 5.0.8.4 could allow a user authenticated as an administrator with limited rights to escalate their privileges. IBM X-Force ID: 151258.
Metrics
CVSS:3.0/A:L/AC:L/AV:N/C:L/I:L/PR:H/S:U/UI:R/E:U/RC:C/RL:O
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Ibm | Api Connect | >= 5.0.0.0, <= 5.0.8.4 |
References
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/106456Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/151258VDB Entry, Vendor Advisory
- https://www.ibm.com/support/docview.wss?uid=ibm10792055Patch, Vendor Advisory
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/106456Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/151258VDB Entry, Vendor Advisory
- https://www.ibm.com/support/docview.wss?uid=ibm10792055Patch, Vendor Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2018-1859?
IBM API Connect 5.0.0.0 through 5.0.8.4 could allow a user authenticated as an administrator with limited rights to escalate their privileges. IBM X-Force ID: 151258.
How severe is CVE-2018-1859?
CVE-2018-1859 has a CVSS score of 4.3/10 (MEDIUM severity). The EPSS model estimates a 1.04% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2018-1859?
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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