CVE-2019-4178
MEDIUMCVSS 6.4/10EPSS 3.07%
Last modified
CVE-2019-4178 is a medium-severity vulnerability rated 6.4/10 on the CVSS scale. IBM Cognos Analytics 11 could allow a remote attacker to traverse directories on the system. An attacker could send a specially-crafted URL request to write or view arbitrary files on the system. EPSS estimates a 3.07% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
IBM Cognos Analytics 11 could allow a remote attacker to traverse directories on the system. An attacker could send a specially-crafted URL request to write or view arbitrary files on the system. IBM X-Force ID: 158919.
Metrics
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Ibm | Cognos Analytics | >= 11.0.0.0, <= 11.0.13.0 |
References
- https://www.ibm.com/support/docview.wss?uid=ibm10879079Vendor Advisory
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/158919VDB Entry, Vendor Advisory
- https://www.ibm.com/support/docview.wss?uid=ibm10879079Vendor Advisory
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/158919VDB Entry, Vendor Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2019-4178?
IBM Cognos Analytics 11 could allow a remote attacker to traverse directories on the system. An attacker could send a specially-crafted URL request to write or view arbitrary files on the system. IBM X-Force ID: 158919.
How severe is CVE-2019-4178?
CVE-2019-4178 has a CVSS score of 6.4/10 (MEDIUM severity). The EPSS model estimates a 3.07% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2019-4178?
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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